JAMMU: Minister for Tribal Affairs Department, Javed Ahmed Rana, today reviewed implementation of Dharti Aaba Scheme in J&K during a meeting with senior officers at Civil Secretariat, Jammu. Maintaining that holistic tribal development is priority of present government, the Minister emphasised expanded coverage of Dharti Aaba to all tribal villages and targeted efforts to bridge critical gaps in social infrastructure, healthcare, education and livelihood ensuring sustainable growth for tribal communities.

The meeting was attended by Secretary, TAD, Harun Malik, Deputy Secretary TAD, Dr. Abdul Khabir besides other concerned officers. While addressing the meeting, the Minister called for focussed approach on the scheme interventions under the Abhiyan, through coordinated efforts so that the benefits reach to the targeted population. He took first hand appraisal about implementation of the scheme being executed for welfare of tribal people. He also discussed various aspects related to the scheme and other modalities for its successful execution to achieve the target.

During the meeting, Secretary in Tribal Affairs Department gave a brief about various welfare schemes in JK focused on socioeconomic empowerment and sustainable development. He said that synchronised efforts are underway to expand the coverage of Dharti Aaba to all tribal villages in JK.  He added that these programs aim to enhance living conditions, promote education and foster inclusive growth for tribal population.

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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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