RAMBAN: Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan today chaired a meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) under the Mission YUVA. The meeting was convened to evaluate applications and extend financial support to local youth for establishing viable business ventures, thereby giving a major push to self-employment in the district.

As many as 171 applications verified by the Small Business Development Unit (SBDU) were placed before the Committee. After a comprehensive evaluation assessing the eligibility norms, project feasibility, and socio-economic background of the applicants, all 171 cases were approved for financial assistance and mentorship support under the Mission.

Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner termed Mission YUVA “a ray of hope for the youth” and said that by providing access to credit facilities and handholding support, the Government aims to nurture entrepreneurship and reduce dependency on government jobs.  

The Deputy Commissioner also directed the District Nodal Officer JKEDI and the General Manager DIC to fast-track preparation and verification of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) to ensure pending applications are processed without delay. The Assistant Labour Commissioner informed the Deputy Commissioner that so far 1078 cases have been approved under Mission YUVA in Ramban 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.

— Team JK Monitor

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