• Stresses priority sector growth, stronger financial inclusion measures

KISHTWAR: The District Level Review Committee (DLRC) met today to assess the performance of banks operating in the Kishtwar district. Deputy Commissioner, Pankaj Kumar Sharma chaired the meeting held to review achievements for the quarter ending September.  The review covered key parameters including priority and non-priority sector lending, the Credit–Deposit (CD) Ratio and progress achieved under flagship schemes such as PM Vishwakarma, PMFME, Mission YUVA, Mudra Loans and various Social Security Schemes.

The Deputy Commissioner expressed concern over the shortfall in priority sector lending, stressing the need for immediate improvement by major banks, particularly SBI and PNB, to meet mandated targets within stipulated timelines. He directed all banks to intensify their efforts toward promoting financial inclusion and ensuring enhanced enrolment under schemes that remain under continuous monitoring.

The DC also instructed banks to share updated lists of NPAs and stressed accounts with the district administration to facilitate coordinated and timely recovery interventions. The RBI LDO reiterated the importance of conducting Depositor Education and Awareness Fund (DEAF) camps as per the schedule issued by the Lead District Manager (LDM).

J&K Bank was specifically advised to expedite the resolution of pending DEAF cases by proactively tracing account holders and settling eligible claims. Banks were further directed to enhance public awareness regarding the UDGAM portal, an initiative enabling citizens to easily trace unclaimed deposits across banks. Additionally, the RBI emphasized the need for strict monitoring of Banking Correspondents (BCs), with a focus on reviewing transaction data and login activity to effectively address cases of inactivity.

The meeting was attended by CPO Akhil Thakur; LDO RBI Amandeep Singh; DSWO Tariq Parveaz Qazi; ALC Mamta Sudarshan; CAO  Kushal Chandel; LDM Harsh Rawal; Inspector Fisheries, besides representatives from the Banks and other financial institutions.

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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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