SRINAGAR: In a focused effort to strengthen the agricultural and horticultural sectors of Kulgam constituency, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Kulgam M.Y. Tarigami chaired a comprehensive review meeting at the Directorate of Agriculture, Lalmandi Srinagar.

The session spotlighted strategic planning for the Kulgam constituency, with emphasis on the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme, Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) formation, and market linkage enhancement.

Director Agriculture Kashmir, Sartaj Ahmad Shah, delivered a detailed PowerPoint presentation outlining current initiatives, challenges, and future goals. The presentation emphasized innovation, farmer empowerment, and sustainable growth.

The meeting was attended by key dignitaries and stakeholders, including Farooq Ahmad Dar, Managing Director, HPMC; Jeelani Zargar, Director, Horticulture Planning and Marketing; Vikas Anand, Director, Horticulture Kashmir, Joint Directors, senior officers from relevant departments, and senior citizens

MLA commended the department’s efforts toward transforming the agriculture sector through innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth. He particularly appreciated the initiatives aimed at empowering small and marginal farmers, promoting agri-entrepreneurship among youth, and improving market access through integrated value chains.

He reiterated the importance of institutional collaboration and grassroots engagement to transform Kulgam into a model constituency for agri-horticultural development. The gathering concluded with a shared commitment to accelerate implementation and ensure tangible benefits for farming communities.

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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