RAMBAN: To further strengthen the implementation of Mission YUVA at the grassroots level, an orientation program was convened today for the YUVA Doots here in the Conference Hall of the District Administrative Complex Ramban. The event was chaired by Additional District Development Commissioner, Roshan Lal, who also serves as the District Nodal Officer for Mission YUVA.

In his address, the ADDC appreciated the efforts of the YUVA Doots and motivated them to expand their outreach for registering unemployed youth for Mission YUVA schemes. He stressed the importance of sincere and proactive efforts to ensure that the benefits of the project reach every eligible individual in the district.

Assistant Director Employment Amit Kumar briefed the participants about the targets and strategic action plans for mobilizing youth under the Mission. He emphasized focused outreach, awareness generation and the need for every YUVA Doot to act as a catalyst in connecting the youth with employment and skilling opportunities.

Career Counselling Officer Amir Hassan, along with staff members of the District Employment & Counselling Centre, also took part in the session. A one-to-one interaction was held with each YUVA Doot, during which progress reports were reviewed and issues faced in the field were discussed. Each Doot was assigned a target of filling at least seven applications on a weekly basis.

Later, the ADDC chaired a meeting of the Single Business Development Unit (SBDU). The meeting focused on the verification of applications submitted under Mission YUVA. It was decided that JKEDI would begin the preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs), and final verification of applications will be conducted at weekly meetings. The next SBDU meeting is scheduled for June 5.

All seven members of the SBDU attended the meeting. The ADDC   directed the members to maintain regular field-level monitoring of YUVA Doots and ensure timely processing of applications to expedite implementation on the ground.

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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