JAMMU: Sh Nazir Ahmad Khan, Chairman, District Development Council Budgam, called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, today. The DDC Chairman submitted a memorandum of demands to Lieutenant Governor highlighting key development issues of Budgam district including stoppage of the Vande Bharat train at Budgam railway station. He requested that the stoppage of Vande Bharat train would provide a much-needed boost to the district’s economy by improving connectivity and attracting more tourists to renowned destinations such as Doodhpathri, Yusmarg, Tosamaidan, and the revered Charar-e-Sharief shrine.

Sh Nazir Ahmad Khan also extended gratitude to the Lieutenant Governor for his continued support in developmental projects in Budgam, particularly the construction of bridges over Nalla Sukhnag in the Beerwah constituency, which has been a long-pending demand of the local population. The Lieutenant Governor assured the DDC Chairman that appropriate action will be taken to address the issues projected by him during the interaction.

A delegation of newly elected office-bearers of J&K High Court Bar Association, Jammu led by its President Advocate K. Nirmal Kotwal, called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, today. The delegation comprised of Adv. Baldev Singh, Adv. Pardeep Majotra, Adv. Anshu Mahajan and Adv. Rahul Aggarwal apprised the Lieutenant Governor on various concerning issues of the legal fraternity.

Sh Ajatshatru Singh, former Minister and senior BJP Leader called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, today. He was accompanied by Smt Ritu Singh. Subsequently, Ms Abida War, Chairperson J&K Solace Employees Working Women Association and Ms Jagmeet Kour Bali, President, All Sikh Minority Employees Association and All Employees Joint Association Kashmir (M) also called on the Lieutenant Governor.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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