KISHTWAR: The 2nd meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) under Mission YUVA was convened today under the chairmanship of District Development Commissioner (DDC) Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma in the VC Room of the DC Office Complex, Kishtwar. The meeting aimed to review and approve applications received under Mission YUVA—a flagship initiative focused on promoting youth entrepreneurship and self-employment in the district.

A total of 77 applications, verified by the Skill and Business Development Unit (SBDU) were presented before the committee. After detailed scrutiny based on eligibility, business viability, and the applicants' socio-economic background, all 77 proposals were approved for financial assistance and handholding support under the Mission YUVA framework.

While addressing the committee, the DDC emphasized the need to widen outreach efforts by conducting awareness camps and mobile registration drives, particularly in remote and underserved areas, to ensure that the benefits of Mission YUVA reach every eligible youth in the district. He also directed the District Nodal Officer (JKEDI) and Functional Manager (DIC) to expedite the formulation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) and ensure their prompt verification at the SBDU level, so that pending applications can be processed without delay.

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Pawan Kotwal; Assistant Director Employment, Shafaqat Keen; District Nodal Officer, JKEDI; Rep. Cluster Head, JK Bank; Employment Officer, Vinod Shant and representatives from the Agriculture and Social Welfare Departments among other concerned officials.

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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