RAMBAN: In line with the directives of Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Alyas Khan, an awareness camp on the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) and PM Vishwakarma Scheme was today held here at the Government Polytechnic.

The event was organized by the District Industries Centre (DIC), in collaboration with Government Polytechnic College, Chanderkote as per the guidelines of Director Industries & Commerce Jammu.

During the event, the General Manager DIC R.K. Anand informed the participants about the salient features and numerous benefits of these Government of India flagship schemes, which aim to promote self-employment, entrepreneurship and skill development among youth.

The Functional Manager DIC also engaged with the students, sharing the procedures for availing benefits from these schemes. Principal Er. Vivek Mahajan along with faculty members and students actively contributed to the session.

 Speakers stressed the significance of such awareness programs in inspiring youth towards self-reliance and supporting the Atmanirbhar Bharat Mission. Participants expressed gratitude to the District Administration and the Department of Industries & Commerce for the informative session, acknowledging its role in providing valuable insights into entrepreneurship and skill-based livelihood opportunities.

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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