SRINAGAR : In order to finalize the action plan for successful implementation of Mission Yuva Udhayami Vikas Abhiyan in the district, a meeting was convened under the Chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat here at Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex.

At the outset, the DC held a detailed discussion focused on the effective execution of the mission, strategies to identify, deployment and training of manpower, and ensuring effective coordination and collaboration among the departments and other stakeholders. During the meeting, key action points, roles of line departments were outlined to ensure the Mission's objectives are met effectively and efficiently.

On the occasion, the DC highlighted the objectives of the Mission Yuva Udhayami Vikas Abhiyan launched by the Government for creating new micro enterprises, expanding existing ones and collectives, and promoting new enterprises based on innovative ideas in J&K with a view to create sustainable employment opportunities. He added that the strategy is to build an ecosystem for developing entrepreneurial culture, facilitate capacity building, and provide opportunities for access to finance and capital.

The DC stressed the Officers to give focused attention on efficient planning for conducting the baseline survey of existing and potential entrepreneurs in the district. He emphasized on proper monitoring of the process of survey by the concerned Officers at their respective level and sensitizing their staff deployed regarding the implementation of Mission YUVA.

He said the initiative is being monitored at a high level and urged all stakeholders to work in mission mode for its successful implementation. The DC underlined that the survey will serve as a foundation for planning and implementing future development projects. He observed that Training of staff is pivotal for successful survey, decision-making and effective execution of the Mission.

He also asked for setting up a robust Control Room at District level for effective management and coordination and monitoring of Baseline Survey and successful implementation of the Mission YUVA The DC emphasized the intensified awareness campaign regarding the Mission YUVA for which he directed the constitution of a District Level Publicity team for mass scale public awareness.

Dr Bilal urged the concerned to ensure productive capacity building training sessions focused on the strategic framework of Project YUVA, implementation modalities, and the roles and responsibilities of Officers/Officials involved, besides encouraging youth to take full advantage of the government support available under Mission YUVA and work towards building sustainable and scalable enterprises.

Additional Deputy Commissioner, Syed Ahmad Kataria, Joint Commissioner SMC, Chief Planning Officer, Programme Officer, ICDS, District Statistics and Evaluation Officer, Assistant Commissioner Development, District Social Welfare Officer, District Informatics Officer, and Officers from DE&CCC, Rural Development and other line Departments were present in the meeting.

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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.

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