• DC inaugurates pioneering venture at Village Udhyanpur

DODA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Doda, Harvinder Singh today inaugurated a Milk Value Addition Unit established by Chenab Desi Dairy Self-Help Group (SHG) under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) 2024–25 at Udhyanpur, Tehsil Bagla Bharath, District Doda.

The unit, branded as “Osheen Milk,” has been set up with a financial incentive of Rs. 25 lakh and is sponsored by the Animal Husbandry Department. Rooted into flagship Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), the scheme aims to promote dairy value addition, enhance farmers’ income and strengthen the rural economy.

The Deputy Commissioner highlighted the significance of value addition in the dairy sector for creating sustainable livelihoods and strengthening the rural economy. He appreciated the efforts of the SHG and the Animal Husbandry Department in implementing the project.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by the departmental officers, senior citizens, representatives of Self-Help Group and local residents, who welcomed the initiative and expressed optimism about its positive impact on dairy farmers and employment generation in the area.

The Milk Value Addition Unit is expected to improve milk processing, ensure better market access and contribute to the overall agricultural and dairy growth in District Doda.

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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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