JAMMU: District Employment & Counselling Centre imparted one-day training to the nominated YUVA Doots of Jammu district under Mission YUVA in two batches on 17th and 19th April 2025. The training sessions were held at the Employment Complex Toph Sherkhania, with the objective of equipping YUVA Doots with a comprehensive understanding of the mission’s goals, framework, and support systems.

The programme commenced with an introductory session on the vision and strategy of Mission YUVA, delivered by Assistant Director Employment Mukhlis Ali. The keynote address was presented by Additional District Development Commissioner Sher Singh, who emphasised the crucial role of youth-driven entrepreneurship in local economic growth and development.

During the training, the participants were sensitised about the institutional business support mechanisms including Small Business Development Units and Business Help Desks. They were also familiarised with their role and responsibilities as YUVA Doots and briefed on insights from the baseline survey highlighting entrepreneurial potential across the district.

The sessions further included guidance on IEC strategies, with a focus on using social media, success stories and local awareness campaigns to promote the objectives of the mission. In the post-lunch session, trainees were provided with practical knowledge of the operational guidelines of Mission YUVA. This included instructions on credit linkages, interest subvention schemes, and the online application process. A hands-on demonstration of the Mission YUVA Portal was also conducted to facilitate real-time application training.

The day concluded with a wrap-up session, open interaction and concluding remarks by ADDC Jammu. The training witnessed enthusiastic participation and active engagement by all attendees. The district administration appreciated the contributions of all stakeholders and expressed confidence that the trained YUVA Doots will now act as effective motivators and facilitators at the grassroots level, ensuring smooth implementation of Mission YUVA across Jammu 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.

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