RAMGARH: Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, MLA Ramgarh and Former Minister for Health & Medical Education, J&K, today graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and inaugurated the Two-Day District Kisan Mela/Workshop organised by the Department of Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare, UT of J&K. The programme is being conducted under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) for FY 2025–26, and organised by the SDAO Samba.

Welcoming the Chief Guest, Rakesh Khajuria, Chief Agriculture Officer, Samba, appreciated Dr. Manyal’s consistent support toward strengthening the agricultural sector in the region. He highlighted the significance of the Kisan Mela in promoting modern horticulture techniques and creating awareness about farmer-centric schemes.

Addressing the gathering, Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal said that the Government remains committed to empowering farmers through technology, innovation, and timely access to departmental initiatives. He praised the efforts of the Agriculture Department for organising such knowledge-driven programmes that help farmers adopt scientific practices and enhance their income potential.

During the programme, experts from agriculture and horticulture departments interacted with farmers and conducted technical demonstrations on crop diversification, integrated pest management, and improved cultivation methods. Present on the occasion DDC Member Ramgarh Anita Choudhary, Sanjay Khajuria, Head KVK Samba, Rohit Gandotra, SDAO Samba,Kissan Advisory Board Member Parkash Chand,Mohd Anwar AEO Zonal Ramgarh, Former BDC Chairman Radha Sham,Darshan Singh,Former Sarpanch Prem Paul Choudhary,Roop Chand, Karnail Singh, Parkash,Nancy Choudhary, President Ramgarh, AEA Vishal Kumar, and Parshotam Sharma.

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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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