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JAMMU,: To raise awareness about road safety among young minds, the Motor Vehicle Department, in collaboration with Government Higher Secondary School Khour, organized a debate competition today. The event aimed to ignite discussions on the critical issue that can save thousands of lives daily.

As many as 20 students shared insightful perspectives and solutions to improve road safety awareness. The students took a solemn pledge to promote the message about road safety in the community. A team of medical officials gave a  demonstration on the First Aid, sharing life saving tips with the students. Later, certificates of participation were presented to the participants.

The event concluded with a strong message—road safety starts with each one of us. Obey rules; drive responsibly, and save lives! Earlier, ARTO Hq. Rehana Tabassam highlighted the crucial role of parents in instilling road discipline among their children.  She emphasized that road safety is not just a slogan but a practice that must begin at home. She added that with the rising number of vehicles, the need to adhere to traffic rules has never been more urgent.

The ARTO urged students to be role models for society—avoiding overloaded vehicles, never hanging onto bars of moving transport, and ensuring they start driving only after the legal age of 18. She also reinforced the importance of speed limits, traffic signals, and responsible driving behavior. ARTO F.S Bipin Singh Charak, Principal Government Higher Secondary School Khour, Rupinder Kour, MVI Vikas Srivats, SMVI Amnish Sharma, Tarunjot Singh besides representatives from Health and Medical Department and J&K Bank were also present on the occasion.

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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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