KULGAM: To promote apiculture and strengthen agriculture-based livelihoods, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan today flagged-off a group of 25 beekeepers for a one-day exposure tour to Lalmandi, Srinagar. The tour is part of a 7-day training programme being conducted under the National Beekeeping and Honey Mission (NBHM).

Organized under the centrally sponsored NBHM scheme, the tour aims to provide practical exposure to the participants. During the visit, beekeepers will be taken to a Honey Processing and Quality Control Lab, where they will gain hands-on insights into modern techniques of honey extraction, processing, branding, and marketing.

Speaking on the occasion, DC emphasized the importance of such exposure visits in upgrading the skills and knowledge of local entrepreneurs, especially those involved in rural and agri-allied sectors. He stressed that such initiatives play a pivotal role in transforming agriculture into a more profitable and sustainable venture.

On the sidelines of the event, two motorized vending carts were also distributed to beneficiaries under the UT Capex Budget. These carts are intended to aid the marketing and sale of vegetables in urban and semi-urban areas of the district, thereby offering a sustainable income-generating opportunity for the recipients. ACR Kulgam, officers from the Agriculture and allied departments were present during the flag-off ceremony.

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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