DODA: A programme, under the theme “Utsah, Samman, Swabhiman” was today organized here at DC office to mark the nationwide launch of credit cards and disbursement of loans under the Pradhan Mantri SVANidhi Scheme.

Live streaming of virtual interaction of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi with the beneficiaries was convened in the presence of Deputy Commissioner, Harvinder Singh; Additional Deputy Commissioner, Anil Kumar Thakur; Chief Planning Officer, Manesh Kumar; Additional Superintendent of Police, Mohd Aslam; Assistant Commissioner Panchayat, Musharif Ali; District Social Welfare Officer, Zubair Ahmed; Executive Officer, Municipal Council, Yasir Wani; District Sheep Husbandry Officer, Gurpreet Singh besides other officers and officials.

The Deputy Commissioner gave away credit cards and loan disbursement certificates to the beneficiaries under the PM SVANidhi Scheme and urged them to make judicious use of the financial assistance for expanding their businesses, improving income generation and achieving sustainable livelihoods.

The DC highlighted that the PM SVANidhi Scheme played a pivotal role in providing easy access to institutional credit to street vendors and small traders, thereby helping them to overcome financial constraints and become self-reliant.

He also assured that the district administration shall continue to extend all necessary support to ensure that the benefits of various welfare schemes reach the deserving sections of society in a timely and transparent manner.

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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