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SHOPIAN: Demonstrating exemplary promptness and professionalism, police in Shopian successfully recovered a kidnapped minor girl within hours of her abduction from the Chitragam area of Zainapora and arrested the accused.

The matter came to light when SHO Police Station Zainapora received a WhatsApp application from a resident of Chitragam Zainapora, reporting that his 11-year-old sister had gone missing from her home around 1400 hours. Acting swiftly, Police Station Zainapora registered e-FIR No. 91/2025 under Section 137(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and launched an immediate investigation.

Following coordinated efforts and technical leads, the police team successfully recovered the kidnapped girl in District Kulgam. She was brought back safely along with the accused Showkat Ahmad Sheikh, resident of Gund Chal Kulgam, who was found to be involved in her kidnapping. Necessary legal proceedings have been initiated in accordance with the law.

SSP Shopian Shri Mushtaq Ahmad Choudhary-JKPS has urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant about the whereabouts and online activities of their children. He appealed to the public to immediately inform the nearest police station or contact PCR Shopian at 9596768831 in case of any suspicious activity or disappearance, assuring that all such reports will be acted upon promptly and with utmost seriousness.

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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