In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

REASI:  Chairman, District Legal Services Authority, Reasi, Pr. District and Sessions Judge, Khalil Choudhary today led a team of the DLSA to Sub Jail Reasi to take stock of civic amenities and services available for the inmates.

The team members included Secretary Pooja Gupta; SSP Paramveer Singh; ADC Rakesh Kumar; DySP Headquarters Vishal Singh Jamwal and Inspector K.M. Khajuria besides Psychiatrists from Narayana hospital.

The DLSA Chairman inaugurated a free medical camp and inspected the Prison Legal Aid Clinic. The Psychiatrists Doctors interacted with inmates and assessed their mental well being.

The Chairman and the team members also interacted with the inmates and reviewed their living conditions, availability of legal aid services and other facilities being provided in the jail.

The Secretary DLSA informed the inmates about their legal rights and the availability of free legal aid available through the Legal Services Authorities for those who cannot afford legal representation. The inmates were encouraged to approach the Legal Aid Defence Counsel (LADC) for proper legal assistance in their cases.

The Chairman, DLSA emphasized the importance of providing timely legal assistance to the inmates and ensuring that no person is deprived of justice due to lack of legal representation. He also stressed that regular jail visits help in identifying the problems faced by the inmates and in facilitating speedy disposal of their cases through appropriate legal mechanisms.

Meanwhile, an awareness programme to encourage participation in the upcoming National Lok Adalats scheduled on March 14 was organized at Legal Aid Clinic Karua. The participants were informed that Lok Adalats provide speedy, cost-effective and amicable settlement of disputes.

Another awareness programme on Social Welfare Schemes was conducted at Ransoo, Sangar. The PLVs updated the general public about different welfare schemes launched by the Government for the benefit of marginalized and vulnerable sections of society, including women, senior citizens, persons with disabilities, widows and economically weaker sections.

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
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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇