• Distributes 72,000 Hybrid Seedlings in 3 days

KISHTWAR: In a major push towards strengthening vegetable cultivation and enhancing farmers’ income, the Department of Agriculture Kishtwar today concluded a 3 day sale and distribution drive of hybrid seedlings in the district.

The initiative was carried out under the directions of Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma and under the guidance of Chief Agriculture Officer (CAO) Kushal Chandel.

The three-day distribution drive, conducted from April 28 to April 30, witnessed an overwhelming response from the farming community, culminating in the sale of approximately 72,000 seedlings.

Hybrid seedlings of brinjal, tomato and marigold flowers were made available to farmers at highly affordable prices through two designated sale counters—one at the AEO Office and another at the New DC Office.

Farmers from various parts of the district availed themselves of the opportunity to procure high-quality planting material aimed at boosting crop productivity and improving economic returns.

The CAO reiterated the department’s commitment to agricultural development in the District through the promotion of improved crop varieties and modern farming practices.

Beneficiary farmers expressed gratitude for the initiative, highlighting that the timely availability of quality hybrid seedlings would significantly support their upcoming cultivation season and improve overall yields.

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.

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