RAMBAN: The State Bank of India Rural Self Employment Training Institute (SBI RSETI) Ramban, in collaboration with the Block Development Office, today awarded certificates to the successful trainees of the Vegetable Cultivation training program held at Halla under the UNNATI scheme. The initiative was conducted under the supervision of Assistant Commissioner Development, Ramban,   Srinath Suman , aimed at empowering rural youth and farmers with sustainable agricultural skills.

The certificate distribution ceremony was graced by Branch Manager of J&K Bank Halla, Kuljeet Singh as the Chief Guest. In his address, he appreciated the participants for their dedication and congratulated them on successfully completing the training. He emphasized the role of skill-based training in boosting self-employment and income generation among rural communities.

Director, SBI RSETI Ramban, S. Harvinder Singh congratulated the trainees for successfully passing the evaluation and becoming certified members of RSETI. He highlighted the RSETI’s continued commitment to the socio-economic development of rural areas by providing high-quality, free-of-cost training in agriculture, entrepreneurship, and allied sectors.

The program also drew the attention of the local community with the presence of several prominent citizens. Participants also expressed appreciation to SBI RSETI for the initiative and the visible impact it is creating at the grassroots level. This initiative marks another significant step in the journey of SBI RSETI Ramban towards fulfilling the vision of skill development, livelihood promotion, and rural empowerment in district Ramban.

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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