SHOPIAN: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta today Chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress and effectiveness of Mission Yuva in the district. During the meeting, an in-depth evaluation was conducted of the Mission’s key components, including capacity-building initiatives, progress under beyond sanction campaign, facilitation and coverage of Lakhpati Didi beneficiaries, enterprise mentorship and the status of cases pending with banks for financial sanction. The review focused on identifying operational gaps and strengthening the delivery mechanism to ensure optimal outcomes.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the importance of a coordinated and result-oriented approach among all stakeholders. He directed members of the Small Business Development Unit (SBDU) and Business Help Desks (BHDs) to intensify beneficiary facilitation, ensure effective handholding and enhance field-level engagement to translate approvals into sustainable entrepreneurial ventures.

Highlighting the critical role of timely credit linkage, the DC urged bank officials to expedite the disposal of eligible cases by addressing procedural bottlenecks and ensuring prompt financial support to beneficiaries. The meeting was attended by ADDC, Dr. Nasir Ahmed Lone; SDM, Zainapora, Bilal Ahmed, LDM, Cluster Head, J&K Bank, AD, Employment, Members of the  SBDU, BHDs and officials from various banks.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here