ANANTNAG: Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Anantnag, SKUAST-Kashmir successfully concluded a series of Kisan Sampark Abhiyan Rural Credit Workshops under the Jammu & Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture & Allied Projects (JKCIP). The workshops were organized across five identified blocks of the district viz. Achabal, Anantnag, Chattergul, Hiller Shahabad, and Sagam.

Commencing from 12th August 2025, the campaign comprised 18 workshops, covering more than 90 Panchayat Halqas of the district. Each programme witnessed enthusiastic participation of farmers, entrepreneurs, Self Help Group (SHG) and Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) representatives, taking the total outreach to diverse groups of stakeholders.

The events also recorded the active participation of MLAs and DDCs, ensuring strong community linkage and policy-level support. During the workshops, scientists of KVK-Anantnag, officers from Agriculture and allied departments, and officials from J&K Bank delivered detailed lectures on schemes and programmes under JKCIP. The participants were sensitized about the 50% subsidy available on every scheme enlisted under JKCIP, motivating them to avail benefits for strengthening farming systems, establishing enterprises, and boosting rural livelihoods.

This series of workshops created a robust platform for knowledge sharing, credit linkage, and capacity building enhancing the sustainability of agriculture and allied sectors in Anantnag district.

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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