In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Directs strict compliance, fixes registration targets

BUDGAM: District Development Commissioner (DDC), Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan today chaired a comprehensive review meeting at the Conference Hall, Budgam, to assess the implementation of the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) across the district.

The meeting was attended by the Additional District Development Commissioner, district officers, heads of departments, Principals of degree colleges, polytechnic institutions, and ITIs, along with other key stakeholders.

During the meeting, the DDC sensitized the officers about the core objectives, framework, and benefits of the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme in enhancing youth employability and skill development. Clear targets were assigned to all concerned departments, educational institutions, and sectoral officers for onboarding establishments and registering apprentices on the official NAPS portal.

Emphasizing the priority of the initiative, the DDC issued explicit directions to all officers for strict compliance with the assigned targets within defined timelines and warned that any laxity, negligence, or delay in the execution of the scheme would be dealt with strictly under administrative rules. Officers were further instructed to conduct regular follow-ups to ensure seamless registration and maximum coverage across the district.

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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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