KATHUA: In a major push towards skill development and employment generation, Deputy Commissioner Dr. Rakesh Minhas on Wednesday handed over appointment letters to 25 beneficiaries of the SANKALP scheme. The event marked a significant step in equipping the local workforce with industry-relevant skills and job opportunities.

The beneficiaries underwent specialized training in Autoconer Tenter and Ring Frame Doffer at Chenab Textile Mills, equipping them with industry-relevant expertise. The SANKALP scheme, aimed at enhancing skill development, provides structured training and internship opportunities to help the individuals to secure meaningful employment in Kathua’s growing industrial sector.

Speaking at the event, Dr. Rakesh Minhas reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to fostering a skilled workforce, urging youth to pursue training in high-demand sectors. He highlighted the ample employment opportunities available in Kathua’s expanding industries and encouraged aspiring professionals to align their skills with market needs for sustainable career growth.

The event was attended by ADC  Ranjit Singh; CPO Ranjit Thakur; Superintendent ITI Kathua, Er Ajay Kumar; Training Head CTM, Sandeep Kumar. Their presence underscored the collaborative efforts among the administration, industry, and training institutions to create a skilled and employable workforce.

This initiative reflects the district administration’s ongoing efforts to nurture talent, strengthen industry-academia linkages, and contribute to Kathua’s economic growth by ensuring a well-trained workforce ready to meet industrial demands. ‎

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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.

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