POONCH: In a major push to promote self-employment and entrepreneurship, 30 loan cases have been approved under Jammu and Kashmir Rural Employment Generation Programme (JKREGP) being implemented by Jammu & Kashmir Khadi and Village Industries Board (KVIB). The interviews for these cases were conducted here at the Dak Bungalow, where applicants applied for establishing a variety of business and industrial units.

The interview panel comprised District Social Welfare Officer Khalil A Banday, Project Manager District Industries Centre (DIC) Jagdeep Singh, Superintendent ITI, representatives from the banking sector and the District Head KVIB. Their collective expertise ensured transparency and fairness in the selection process.

The government sponsored scheme provides financial assistance with a 35% subsidy component, enabling aspiring entrepreneurs to set up viable units while reducing the burden of capital investment. The initiative is expected to benefit a large section of the population by creating new livelihood opportunities, encouraging youth entrepreneurship and strengthening the local economy. The approved units will not only support self reliance but also contribute to the district’s overall industrial and economic growth.

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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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