JAMMU: To review the implementation of Mission YUVA, a meeting of District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC), Small Business Development Units (SBDU) and Business Help Desks (BHD)  was convened here today.  The meeting, chaired by the Deputy Commissioner Sachin Kumar Vaishya, aimed to assess the progress achieved in the implementation of the Mission and approve eligible cases for financial assistance.

The meeting commenced with a detailed review of the SBDU and BHD operations, with the Chair emphasizing the critical role of these units in facilitating youth entrepreneurship and self-employment. Discussions centered on the verification process, preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) and the overall effectiveness of outreach activities conducted by YUVA Doots.

The Deputy Commissioner underscored the importance of continuous monitoring of YUVA Doots' progress and the necessity of conducting regular awareness camps to ensure maximum participation and benefit for unemployed youth under Mission YUVA schemes. After the review, the Committee proceeded to evaluate applications received from aspiring entrepreneurs. After thorough scrutiny and deliberation on the DPRs, 12 eligible cases were approved by the DLIC for further financial assistance and handholding support.

The Deputy Commissioner reiterated the administration's commitment to fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem in the district. Emphasis was laid on the timely disbursement of funds, robust monitoring mechanisms and dedicated mentoring to ensure the sustainability of approved ventures. All BHDs were directed to expand outreach activities, organize awareness camps to ensure the scheme's benefits reach every eligible youth in the district.

The meeting was attended by key officials, including Additional District Development Commissioner Jammu, Sher Singh, General Manager DIC, Abhishake Abrol, Chief Agriculture Officer Jammu, Manohar Lal Sharma, Deputy Director Employment Jammu, Sunaina Saini, DGM J&K Bank, AGM NABARD, Lead District Manager, District Nodal Officer JKEDI, Functional Manager DIC, along with other members of the DLIC and SBDU. BHD heads and members attended the meeting virtually from Sub Divisional Headquarters.

 The collective commitment to intensifying efforts for effective on-ground implementation of Mission YUVA initiatives was reaffirmed at the conclusion of the meeting.

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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.

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