DODA: The District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) on Mission YUVA meeting was convened, here today. District Development Commissioner, Harvinder Singh chaired the meeting aimed to review the progress of Mission YUVA and to scrutinize and approve applications seeking financial assistance received on DLIC portal.

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, General Manager DIC, District Social Welfare Officer, Assistant Director Employment, District Nodal Officer JKEDI, District Development Manager NABARD and LDM. A total of 33 cases, verified by the Small Business Development Unit (SBDU), were presented before the Committee and all were approved for financial assistance and handholding support after thorough scrutiny   of eligibility criteria, business feasibility and the socio-economic background of the applicants.

Speaking at the meeting, Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh underscored the significance of promoting self-employment among local youth, particularly those from underprivileged and marginalized communities. He directed the stakeholder departments to ensure timely disbursement of financial assistance, regular monitoring and proper mentoring to support the long-term success of the approved ventures. He also emphasized the need for increasing the outreach to encourage wider participation in the 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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