BANDIPORA:  Kisan Samman Samaroh was organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra Bandipora today to witness the launch of the 19th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme. The event at KVK Bandipora witnessed the participation of a large number of farmers from various parts of the district. 

At KVK Bandipora, the District Development Council (DDC) Vice Chairperson, Kousar Shafeeq, was the chief guest.  In his address, VC DDC Bandipora Kousar Shafeeq emphasized the importance of adopting modern agricultural technologies to improve productivity and sustainability in the district. 

She urged farmers to implement the latest techniques in agriculture and allied sectors for the overall development of Bandipora’s farming community.  Programme Coordinator KVK Bandipora, Dr. Tariq Sultan, highlighted the consistent efforts made by KVK to uplift the farming community. He underscored the importance of skill development, training programmes, and technical support provided by the Kendra to empower farmers and enhance their livelihood.

The event concluded with an interactive session where farmers were encouraged to share their feedback and experiences, providing valuable insights for further improving the agricultural initiatives in the region Among others the event was attended by  Chief Agriculture Officer Bandipora,  Javaid Iqbal Samoon,  Chief Horticulture Officer Bandipora, Farooq Ahmad Tantray and other concerned.

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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