• MLA Zainapora Showkat Hussain Ganie stresses on need to address water scarcity through joint efforts

SHOPIAN: Under WDC - PMKSY 2.0, a mega camp under Watershed Yatra was conducted in Block Chitragam  by RDD Shopian today. MLA Zainapora while speaking on the occasion highlighted problems faced by the people regarding water shortage in the area and the need to address the water scarcity through joint conservation efforts.

ADDC Shopian spoke in detail about the water scarcity challenges and problems and enumerated the viable solutions to tackle the scarcity. The dignitaries inaugurated dramatic & sports events, flagged off the van to Imam Sahib block, administered  water conservation pledge, conduct plantation drive & video screening.

It is pertinent to mention that the IWMP scheme stresses on creating assets of water conservation at planning, preparatory and evaluation stages. The scheme has been running in Shopian since 2013 in different blocks under PMKSY 1 and PMKSY 2. The scheme also included livelihood schemes to enhance the income of marginalised sections of people. 

Besides, Self Help Groups, PRIs, WDTs and voluntary organisations and district agencies. Among others, the event was attended by ACD Shopian, Manzoor Ahmad, Tehsildar Zainapora, BDO Zainapora, Xen REW, other officers and officials and large gathering of public.

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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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