RAMBAN: Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Alyas Khan, today inspected the Community Managed Training Centre (CMTC), Ramban, established under the Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (UMEED), Department of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, to review its operational status and assess the impact of skill development initiatives being imparted to rural communities, particularly women Self-Help Group (SHG) members.

During the inspection, Chief Planning Officer Dr. Shakeeb Ahmed Rather and the District Programme Manager NRLM/UMEED Ramban briefed about the ongoing training programmes, operational framework and future plans of the centre. The Deputy Commissioner reviewed the training infrastructure, interacted with trainees and trainers to assess the quality of skill-based programmes being conducted.

Interacting with the trainees, the DC emphasized the importance of such community-managed training facilities in promoting sustainable livelihoods, entrepreneurship and economic self-reliance among rural households. He also stressed aligning training modules with market demand to ensure beneficiaries can secure viable employment or establish their own enterprises.

The Deputy Commissioner appreciated the efforts of the Rural Livelihoods Mission in creating a supportive platform for capacity building, noting that CMTC Ramban has strong potential to enhance grassroots economic development and women empowerment. He directed the concerned officers to ensure regular monitoring, improved outreach and enhanced training quality so that maximum eligible beneficiaries can benefit from the initiative.

The Deputy Commissioner assured full cooperation in strengthening skill development initiatives under UMEED/NRLM to foster self-employment opportunities, promote women empowerment and accelerate socio-economic development across Ramban district.

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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