BHADERWAH: Additional Deputy Commissioner Bhaderwah, Sunil Bhutyal today gave away ice-boxes to local fishermen under “Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project in Jammu and Kashmir (JKCIP). The initiative aims to connect fishermen directly from the field to markets, ensuring safe handling of fish and the supply of hygienic fish to consumers.

The distribution of ice-boxes will significantly strengthen post-harvest management by helping fishermen preserve the freshness and quality of fish during storage and transportation. This facility is expected to reduce spoilage, improve shelf life and enhance the market value of fish, thereby benefiting both producers and consumers.

The scheme primarily focuses on empowering vulnerable fisher folk and fisherwomen by providing essential equipment to improve preservation, transportation and marketing practices. By facilitating better market access and reducing post-harvest losses, the initiative supports income enhancement and sustainable livelihoods in the fisheries sector. Speaking on the occasion, the ADC highlighted the Government’s commitment to inclusive development and modernization of agriculture and allied sectors.  

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