RAMBAN: In line with the directives of Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Alyas Khan, the District Industries Centre (DIC) Ramban today organized a one-day awareness workshop at Government Polytechnic College, Ramban.

The programme was held under the guidance of Director Industries & Commerce Jammu, Arun Manhas and under the supervision of General Manager District Industries Centre Ramban, Ravinder Kumar, with the objective of creating awareness about Udyam Registration under RAMP, PMEGP Scheme, PM Vishwakarma and other flagship schemes being implemented by the Industries & Commerce Department through DIC Ramban.

The workshop commenced with a welcome address delivered by the Principal, Government Polytechnic College Chanderkote. Functional Manager DIC Ramban, Swaroop Kotwal interacted with the participants and highlighted various schemes aimed at encouraging youth to become job creators rather than job seekers. Educated unemployed youth were sensitized about financial assistance, subsidies and incentives available under PMEGP for setting up manufacturing and service sector ventures, along with other initiatives such as the centrally sponsored NCSS scheme and incentives under the J&K Industrial Policy 2021–30.

Awareness was also created regarding PM Vishwakarma, a comprehensive skill development initiative for traditional artisans and craftspeople. Entrepreneurs were informed about the benefits of MSME Health Clinic registration and were encouraged to register their ventures on the MSME Health Clinic portal (https://jkmsmehealthclinic.jk.gov.in).

The workshop witnessed active participation from various line departments. Officers including AD MSME, Director SBI RSETI Ramban, AD Handicrafts/Handlooms and officials from the Employment Department, JKEDI, bank representatives and successful young entrepreneurs from Kashmir University delivered informative sessions. Nearly 100 aspiring youth and artisans participated in the programme and were motivated to avail benefits under various self-employment and entrepreneurship schemes. 

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇