UDHAMPUR: As part of the outreach initiatives under the raising and accelerating MSME Performance RAMP Programme for 2025–26, the District Industries Centre Udhampur organized an impactful awareness cum facilitation camp at Block Majalta.

The event focused on promotion and on-spot facilitation of Udyam Registration for MSMEs, traders and aspiring entrepreneurs. The programme was conducted under the supervision of General Manager, DIC Kishore Singh Katoch along with departmental staff.

The camp witnessed encouraging participation from local entrepreneurs, unit holders, traders and other stakeholders.  Detailed sensitization sessions were conducted, highlighting the significance of Udyam Registration as a gateway to institutional credit, government incentives, market linkages and policy support for MSMEs under RAMP and other flagship schemes of the Department of Industries & Commerce.

Participants were guided through the registration process and its long-term advantages in formalizing enterprises and strengthening business sustainability. On-spot Udyam registrations were also carried out during the programme, ensuring immediate facilitation and handholding support to beneficiaries.

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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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