In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Directs timely achievement of assigned targets

BANDIPORA:  Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Bandipora, Nazir Ahmad Mir, today chaired a meeting in his office chamber to review the progress and implementation of the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) – PRAGATI in the district.

The ADDC, who has been designated as the Nodal Officer for NAPS in District Bandipora, took a detailed review of the progress made under the scheme and held discussions with the concerned officers regarding the measures required for its effective implementation.

During the meeting, the ADDC emphasized the importance of strengthened coordination among all concerned departments, institutions and stakeholders for ensuring wider coverage of the scheme and creating maximum apprenticeship opportunities for the youth of the district.

The ADDC directed the concerned officers to ensure that the targets assigned under NAPS are achieved within the stipulated timelines and, preferably, well before the prescribed deadlines. He called for regular monitoring of progress and timely follow-up at every level so that the assigned targets are accomplished in a result-oriented and time-bound manner.

He further stressed upon the officers to identify and facilitate suitable apprenticeship opportunities and ensure active participation of eligible establishments and institutions, with the objective of providing youth with practical skills, workplace exposure and better employment prospects.

The ADDC underscored that effective implementation of NAPS would play an important role in bridging the gap between skill development and employment and called upon all stakeholders to work with commitment and a coordinated approach for realizing the objectives of the scheme in the district.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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