PULWAMA: Director Agriculture Kashmir, Sartaj Ahmad Shah, today chaired a review meeting at Pulwama to assess the expenditure and progress under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), JKCIP, and other Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS). During the meeting, the Director took a detailed appraisal of scheme-wise and component-wise expenditure, physical achievements, and targets realized by the department in the district. 

On the occasion Chief Agriculture Officer Pulwama gave a detailed presentation on the expenditure status under CSS, CAPEX, and HADP. Stressing upon optimum utilization of available funds, the Director impressed upon officers to ensure timely completion of approved works to maximize benefits for the farming community. 

He underscored that timely expenditure under HADP, CSS, and other interventions in a time-bound manner will play a pivotal role in transforming the agriculture sector. The Director further emphasized the importance of transparency, accountability, and result-oriented execution of both centrally and state-sponsored programmes. He directed officers to maintain close coordination with field functionaries for effective implementation.

Highlighting the need for constant engagement with farmers, the Director urged officers to encourage adoption of modern technologies and innovative practices to ensure that the benefits of government schemes reach the grassroots level.

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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