• Provision of Soft skills for enhancing employability in the demand driven arenas, need of the hour: Shahid

SHOPIAN: The Department of Social Welfare, Shopian and NRLM Shopian today dedicated the Computer Lab at NRLM Office Batapora Shopian to the Self Help Groups (SHGs) and other girl students of the district under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar inaugurated the Lab, and also graced the occasion as the chief guest.

The Lab has been set up at the NRLM office for the local entrepreneurs of the district who are associated with Self Help Groups of Rural Livelihood Mission, and is a significant milestone for upskilling and equipping them for better outputs in their enterprises and businesses.

On the occasion, DC appreciated the efforts by coordinating departments to empower the womenfolk and expressed hope that the usage of the now dedicated Computer Lab shall accelerate the economic vibrancy of the businesses. This initiative, DC said, is in line with the goal of the administration to promote economic upliftment through the empowerment of women self-help groups.

The lab will provide training in computer skills, enabling SHG members and students to improve their livelihoods and entrepreneurial ventures. By acquiring these skills, they can better manage their businesses, access online markets, and explore new opportunities. DSWO Shopian, DPM RLM and other concerned officials were present at the ceremony along with scores of SHGs.

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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