KULGAM: As part of the ongoing Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA), mega awareness cum saturation camp was held today at Kutamarg witnessing overwhelming participation from the local population. The programme was presided over by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan. He emphasized that the fortnight-long Abhiyan, launched on June 15, is aimed at ensuring saturation of centrally sponsored schemes (CSS) in tribal villages across the district.

Addressing the gathering, DC underlined the goal of inclusive development and directed all departments to ensure 100% coverage of eligible beneficiaries, with a particular focus on ensuring that no beneficiary is left out. He appealed to the public to actively come forward and enroll under various central government schemes to uplift their socio-economic conditions.

Assistant Commissioner  Revenue (ACR) Riyaz Ahmad Shah and Assistant Commissioner Development, Bilal Ahmad Kamgar, also spoke on the occasion and briefed the public about the objectives and benefits of various departmental schemes. During the camp, multiple departments had installed stalls, showcasing their schemes and enrolling beneficiaries on the spot.

DC inspected these stalls and reviewed the registration process and service delivery mechanisms. A large number of participants received awareness on welfare and livelihood schemes, and many were registered under flagship schemes. To mark the spirit of the campaign, students from PM Shri Middle School Kutamarg presented vibrant cultural and traditional variety performances, adding a festive and participatory element to the outreach programme. Later, DC interacted with the public, listened to their grievances, and issued on-the-spot directions to officers for immediate redressal of various issues raised by the attendees.

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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