JAMMU: Director Agriculture Jammu Arvinder Singh Reen on Saturday visited the Agriculture Government Engineering Workshop Jammu to review the ongoing projects, infrastructure and overall functioning of the workshop.

The Director Agriculture went round the facility and interacted with the officers and technical staff to understand the status of different agricultural development projects being carried out at the workshop. He assessed the infrastructure, machinery, and resources available, emphasizing the need for maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency in the production and repair of agricultural equipment.

Agri Research Engineer Vinay Kumar briefed the Director on several key initiatives, including the development of infrastructure, new machinery, repair services for agricultural equipment, and the improvement of existing resources to better serve the needs of the farming community.

Director A.S Reen stressed the significance of timely and effective implementation of all projects to ensure the betterment of agricultural practices and the economic upliftment of farmers. He also directed the concerned officials to ensure regular maintenance of the workshop’s infrastructure and to take proactive measures for enhancing its operational capacity.

Concluding the visit, the Director Agriculture Jammu expressed satisfaction with the progress made so far and encouraged all the staff members to continue their hard work and dedication towards the advancement of agriculture in the region.

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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.

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