BANDIPORA: In order to ensure the smooth implementation of the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA), Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, convened a comprehensive review meeting on Tuesday at the Conference Hall, Mini Secretariat Bandipora. The meeting focused on the implementation status, awareness generation, and preparation for the benefit saturation camps to be held from 15th to 30th June in 31 identified tribal villages across the district.

On the occasion, DC emphasized proactive and coordinated efforts by all departments to ensure the effective delivery of schemes and saturation of eligible beneficiaries under various government programs. During the meeting, Qadri reiterated the district administration's commitment to the inclusive development and upliftment of tribal communities, as envisioned under the DAJGUA initiative.

The meeting also reviewed preparations for the upcoming 15-day awareness campaign scheduled from June 15 to 30. This campaign aims to educate tribal communities about various government schemes and ensure saturation of benefits to all eligible beneficiaries.

DC said that the campaign will be formally launched on June 15 at Higher Secondary School Aragam, where all concerned officers will participate and ensure empowerment of tribal communities through this ambitious program. 

Among others, the meeting was attended by Programme Officer, ICDS Yaar Ali Khan; Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Chief Planning Officer Bandipora, CMO, CHO, CAO, CAHO, AD FCS&CA, Lead Bank Manager, Block Development Officers, and other concerned officers.

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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.

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