SRINAGAR: Director Agriculture Kashmir, Sartaj Ahmad Shah on Wednesday review implementation of key agriculture schemes HADP, CAPEX and CSS in district Budgam.

During a review meeting held at the Agriculture Complex Lalmandi Srinagar, the Director  sought detailed updates on applications received, processed and sanctioned under the Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project and ongoing initiatives under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme.

Officials were asked to account for achievements recorded so far, including progress initiatives and support to agricultural entrepreneurs. He impressed upon concerned officers to speed up the implementation, expenditure under different schemes and flagship programs so that the set targets could be achieved. 

Officials were instructed to avoid procedural delays and ensure applications move faster from scrutiny to sanction. The Director stressed the need for better coordination between department, farming community and financial institutions to ensure schemes translate into real support for farmers.

The meeting was attended by Chief Agriculture Officer, District Agriculture Officer, Sub Divisional Agriculture Officers and other officers of the department.

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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