• Mela aimed to empower youth through Innovation, skill development & entrepreneurial exposure

PULWAMA: District administration Pulwama, in collaboration with the District Employment & Counselling Centre (DE&CC) and Government ITI Pulwama, today organised a Capacity Building Entrepreneurship Mela under the flagship Mission YUVA initiative at the Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI), Pulwama. The mela was aimed at empowering youth by enhancing their entrepreneurial aptitude, promoting innovation, and sensitising them with the wide array of government support systems available for aspiring entrepreneurs.

During the event, a series of expert-led sessions were held where resource persons and experts shared valuable insights on topics including the entrepreneurial mindset, startup ecosystem, financial access, government schemes, marketing strategies, and the role of innovation in building successful enterprises.

A key highlight of the programme was the student-led entrepreneurial exhibition, where students displayed innovative business ideas, functional prototypes, and creative solutions. The stalls offered a unique opportunity for practical learning, encouraging participants to apply their knowledge and receive expert feedback in a real-world setting.

The event witnessed active participation of various officers and institutional representatives including the Assistant Commissioner Development, Pulwama; Assistant Director Employment, Pulwama; Superintendent ITI, Pulwama; District Nodal Officer, JKEDI, Pulwama; Career Counselling Officers and Employment Officers DE&CC; besides experts from Government Polytechnic College Pulwama.

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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