DODA: Deputy Commissioner Doda Harvinder Singh chaired a meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) under Mission YUVA at the DC Office Complex, Doda. The meeting was part of a continued push to promote grassroots entrepreneurship and youth-led economic transformation in the district.

During the session, 246 new self-employment cases were thoroughly reviewed and approved, bringing the cumulative total of sanctioned cases under the mission to 644. This remarkable milestone reflects the district’s growing momentum in empowering local youth through sustainable livelihood avenues.

Addressing the committee members, the Deputy Commissioner emphasised that Mission YUVA is not just an employment scheme but a dynamic platform to nurture entrepreneurship, innovation and self-reliance among the youth. He reaffirmed the district administration’s commitment to providing consistent capacity building, mentorship and handholding support, along with structured monitoring to ensure the viability and long-term success of the sanctioned units.

Rafiq Ahmad Jaral, Deputy Director Employment, Doda, shared that the youth of Doda have embraced Mission YUVA with remarkable enthusiasm and optimism. “In a region traditionally dependent on agriculture and service sector jobs, this initiative is opening new and diverse livelihood frontiers for our aspiring entrepreneurs,” he stated.

Jaral also thanked the SBDU members who are actively assisting the employment department in the preparation of viable DPRs, ensuring that financial linkages and necessary clearances are expedited. The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks to the chair and all the members.

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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