SRINAGAR: Director Animal Husbandry Department, Kashmir, Dr Parvinder Singh Sudan today inaugurated District Exhibition cum Kisan Mela at the Artificial Breeding Station Zakura. The event was organized under Agriculture Technology Management Agency.  During the event, seven stalls were set up to  showcase products from various Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and individual farmers who had established their units under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP).

The stalls established by Animal Husbandry Department highlighting their developmental work in the sector. The exhibition saw participation from business owners, entrepreneurs, and both established and aspiring farmers. A calf show featuring animals born under the centrally sponsored scheme ABIP-S Scheme was a major attraction in the mela. The top three calves from each block  of Srinagar District were awarded cash prizes, mementos, and certificates.

Chief Animal Husbandry Officer (CAHO) Srinagar, Dr. Syed Abas, on the occasion informed that 90% of targets under various schemes in the district had been achieved by the end of January 2025.  He stated that under  Integrated Dairy Development Scheme (IDDS), 121 units were established which are  generating employment for 222 families.

While as under integrated Poultry Development Project (IPDP), 33% achievement was registered besides under  Kisan Credit Card (KCC) 78% of cases were sponsored. Deputy Director Central Dr. Riyaz Nazir Reshi appreciated Srinagar's farmers for their proactive approach and encouraged unemployed youth to collaborate with the department for livelihood enhancement and employment.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here