SHOPIAN: In a significant effort to empower youth and enhance employment prospects, Industrial Training Institute, Shopian in collaboration with Employment Department Shopian today celebrated one-day apprenticeship Mela. This unique initiative aims to bridge the gap between aspiring candidates and leading industries through hands-on training and real-world work experience opportunities.

The mela was attended by employers from diverse sectors viz. tourism & hospitality, Logistics, Software, information technology, manufacturing and artificial intelligence sector. Superintendent ITI Shopian gave a detailed speech on the scheme and stressed how the scheme is a win-win situation for both industries and apprentices. He said the scheme is open for all with minimum qualification of 5th up to graduation. He further said the Mela is a golden opportunity for our youth to gain industry-relevant skills and kick start their careers and earn while learning.

During the mela, various companies gave presentations about companies and collected on-the-spot resumes from the potential Apprentices and job seekers. Counseling sessions on career paths and apprenticeship benefits, government incentives and schemes for apprentices were held.

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
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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