KULGAM: A host of activities are scheduled to be held as part of government’s signature ‘Sewa Parv’ campaign from September 17 to October 2, 2025 at Kulgam, to promote the spirit of service, volunteerism, and community participation in Kulgam district.

The ‘Sewa Parv’ celebrations will feature a number of activities across the district, including cleanliness drives, plantation campaigns, awareness programmes, health check-up camps, blood donation camps, cultural events, and outreach initiatives etc.

Special focus will also be laid on ensuring wider dissemination of government welfare schemes and encouraging citizen engagement in developmental and welfare activities. All departments, institutions, and local bodies will organize programmes under the theme of ‘Public Service and Community Empowerment,’ ensuring active involvement of students, youth clubs, women’s groups, and civil society organizations.

The observance will also highlight the importance of collective responsibility in achieving sustainable development and inclusive growth. Meanwhile, Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan has chaired a series of meetings with officers and stakeholders to ensure smooth and effective celebration of ‘Sewa Parv’ across the district.

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