BANDIPORA: On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri and as part of ongoing efforts to promote skill development and entrepreneurship among youth, a one-day capacity building for entrepreneurship mela was organised today at ITI Bandipora under Mission YUVA. The event, organized by the Employment department Bandipora, in collaboration with the Skill Development department, focused on skilling and entrepreneurship, and witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, trainees, and aspiring entrepreneurs.

A speech competition on the theme of ‘Entrepreneurship and Technology’ was held, during which participants shared innovative ideas. Winners of the competition were felicitated on the occasion. As part of the capacity-building effort, a hands-on training session was conducted on Canva, Excel, and PowerPoint, enabling participants to acquire essential digital skills. A live demonstration of the Mission YUVA app was also held to guide youth on skilling modules, loan application processes, and registration procedures.

An insightful session on entrepreneurship development and JK Startup Policy was conducted by the JKEDI Nodal Officer, providing clarity on various schemes and support systems available for budding entrepreneurs. Various departments, particularly the Skill Development department had set up stalls exhibiting student innovations, vocational training models, and skill-based learning programmes. These stalls attracted considerable attention and provided valuable information to the visitors. The programme served as a dynamic platform to motivate youth toward self-employment and entrepreneurial ventures and further the objectives of Mission YUVA.

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