UDHAMPUR: As part of the ongoing Vande Mataram Phase-II campaign, the Area Marketing Office Udhampur today organised an awareness-cum-sensitization programme at Panchayat Ghar Roun-I.

The programme was held under the overall supervision of Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai to educate farmers, self-help groups and other stakeholders about the employment-generation and livelihood enhancement schemes, including PMFME and HADP.

During the camp, the participants were sensitised to the benefits, eligibility criteria and registration procedure of these schemes to encourage entrepreneurship and sustainable income generation in the rural sector.

Besides, a plantation drive was also conducted in the area. Citrus fruit plants were distributed among the participants to promote environmental sustainability and horticulture development. Formers PRI members of the area were also present and actively participated in the programme, ensuring community involvement and outreach at the grassroots level.

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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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