RAMBAN: The ICAR -CITH on Thursday hosted a Training-cum-Agri Input Distribution program under Government of India’s Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan (SCSP) Scheme here at KVK Ramban. The event was held with the objective of enhancing technical knowledge, improving livelihoods and promoting sustainable horticulture among Scheduled Caste farmers.

The programme was conducted under the stewardship of the Vice Chancellor, SKUAST–Jammu, Prof. Dr. B. N. Tripathi and the guidance of the Director Extension, Prof. Amrish Vaid. As many as 50 farmers were trained in modern vegetable production techniques, balanced input use, climate-resilient agricultural practices and apple plantation management.

Additionally, the farmers were provided with vegetable seed kits, tarpaulin sheets and low-chill apple plants. The programme was well received by the farming community and is expected to contribute significantly towards enhancing productivity, income and sustainable livelihood opportunities for Scheduled Caste farmers in the region.

The programme was coordinated by scientists from ICAR–Central Institute of Temperate Horticulture (CITH) Srinagar, including Dr. Puneet Kumar, Dr. Sudhakara N. R. and Dr. Ronit Jaiswal, besides Dr. Raj Kumar Gupta, Senior Scientist & Head, KVK Ramban, Dr Parveen Kumar, SMS and officials from the Department of Agriculture, Chanderkot, Ramban.

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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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