PONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal chaired a 3rd District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) meeting under Mission YUVA to review and approve self-employment cases under the NANO Enterprises component and evaluate the mission’s progress in the district.

The meeting was attended by key officials, including Pankaj Magotra, Additional District Development Commissioner and Mission YUVA Nodal Officer; Mr. Khalid Wafa, General Manager, District Industries Centre; Mr. Abdul Majid Tantray, Deputy Director, District Employment and Counselling Centre Poonch along with representatives from agriculture, horticulture, handicrafts, JKEDI, NRLM and the Lead District Manager.

The session began with a review of Mission YUVA’s progress, highlighting its focus on promoting NANO Enterprises to create livelihood opportunities for local youth. The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the initiative’s role in empowering unemployed youth through financial and institutional support for micro-enterprises.

A total of 51 cases were presented for approval under the NANO Enterprises category, each thoroughly evaluated for feasibility, sustainability and employment potential. After detailed discussions, all 51 cases were approved, reflecting the district’s commitment to fostering entrepreneurship. Among the beneficiaries was Qasid Naveed, a 19-year-old aspiring entrepreneur whose innovative proposal was approved, showcasing the program’s support for young talent. During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner personally handed over sanction letters to beneficiaries, including Qasid, encouraging them to leverage the opportunity to build sustainable ventures.

The Deputy Commissioner praised the collaborative efforts of all departments and stressed the need for continued inter-departmental coordination to ensure seamless implementation. The committee expressed satisfaction with the growing enthusiasm among youth for such initiatives and reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, efficiency and inclusivity in executing government schemes. The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks to the chair and participants for their active engagement and valuable contributions.

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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