UDHAMPUR: A block level workshop on Prime Minister Formalization of Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme was organised today at Thanua Dharmara in Udhampur district. The scheme promotes Local for Vocal with an emphasis on local population, local manufacturing, local markets and the local supply chains. The workshop was organized by the Department of Horticulture, Planning and Marketing department in collaboration with the District Administration.

The participants were provided information on different aspects of the scheme, including eligibility criteria, process of filing application and the financial assistance provided to the aspirants. “The scheme envisages a back-ended subsidy of 35% on cost of machinery with complete hand holding by the department for preparation of the DPR, processing of loan application in bank, packaging, branding and marketing of the products” they were informed.

The event aimed to empower local food processors, farmers, rural women and un-employed youth by enhancing their income through the PMFME scheme. The workshop was attended by Area Marketing Officer Anuj Verma; AGMO Kamal Kishore; AEO Rajender Parshad; HDO Dheeraj Kumar; Chief Manager from J&K Bank Zonal Office Udhampur Sanjay Gupta; Manager J&K Bank Jaganu Madhavi Mahajan; Business Counsellor Saksham Kumar; Prakash Chand from Sahara Jagrati Manch, prominent PMFME beneficiary Rohit Salaria who threw light on different features of the PMFME scheme.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here