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GANDERBAL: The Division of Community Science, Faculty of Horticulture, SKUAST-Kashmir, commemorated the World Food Day today at Shalimar Campus, in alignment with this year’s global theme “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future.”

The event was chaired by Vice-Chancellor, SKUAST-K, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, underscored the significance of sustainable food systems, healthy lifestyles, and collective responsibility toward achieving food and nutritional security for all.

He elaborated on the vision for achieving a healthy and food-secure future through scientific innovation, local empowerment, and community participation and reaffirmed SKUAST-K’s commitment to promote Awareness and Action toward realizing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal of Zero Hunger.

He also addressed to the participants to become aware about SDG’s Human Development Indexes, use technology for the betterment of the Agriculture and food related challenges.

Speaking at the occasion, Dean, Faculty of Horticulture,  Prof. Neelofar Banday, highlighted the pivotal role of education, research, and innovation in shaping the future of global food systems and achieving food security for all.

Professor & Head, Division of Community Science, Dr. Tabasum Ara,  emphasized the importance of food sustainability, mindful consumption and the need to preserve traditional food wisdom in view of their nutritional and cultural significance.

A booklet titled ‘Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future’, which encapsulates the vision of collaboration, sustainability, innovation in food systems and community empowerment was also released at the event.

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