BUDGAM: As part of the ongoing outreach under the Dharti Aabha Abhiyan, a Gram Sabha was conducted today at Panchayat Frestwar Village Shalnar, a tribal area in Block Khansahib. The program is aimed at achieving 100% saturation of government schemes in tribal villages, with a focus on 25 interventions across 17 line departments.

During the event, all line departments actively participated and engaged with the local community. Representatives from various departments briefed the public on the eligibility and benefits of their respective welfare schemes. Emphasis was laid on identifying and addressing gaps to ensure full coverage under each intervention.

Gram Sabha witnessed enthusiastic participation from the tribal population. Locals appreciated the efforts of the administration and highlighted the need for such focused outreach programs, which help in bridging awareness gaps and enabling access to entitlements.

In addition to the awareness drive, on-spot registration for several schemes was carried out. These included Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Gramin (PMAY-G), Kisan Credit Cards, Swadesh Darshan Guest Homes, Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), Jal Jeevan Mission’s Functional Household Tap Connections (JJM FHTC), and Ayushman Bharat–PMJAY Health Cards.

The event served as a vital platform for direct communication between citizens and government functionaries, reinforcing the administration’s commitment to inclusive development in tribal areas.

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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