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  • Directs Officers to expedite Coverage of Eligible Farmers

ANANTNAG: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress achieved under various flagship digital initiatives, including SVAMITVA, AgriStack and Farmer ID generation in the district. 

During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the progress under the SVAMITVA scheme and took stock of the status of data compilation, generation and distribution of property cards. 

It was informed that 245 villages have completed the final data compilation, while approximately 9270 property cards have been generated, of which 7184 have been distributed among the beneficiaries.

 The status of pending maps under Map 1.0 and Map 2.0 was also reviewed, with emphasis on expediting the completion of the remaining work. The DC also reviewed the progress of AgriStack implementation and Farmer ID generation across the district.  Chair was  informed that 335 out of 394 villages have been made active under the initiative, while the process of Farmer ID generation is currently underway. 

The officers also apprised the Deputy Commissioner of the progress achieved in data compilation, verification and registration of eligible farmers. The Deputy Commissioner impressed the need to accelerate the pace of Farmer ID generation and directed the concerned officers to ensure time-bound completion of the remaining work. 

He emphasised strengthening coordination among the concerned departments and field functionaries, addressing operational bottlenecks and ensuring comprehensive coverage of all eligible farmers under the initiative.

He further directed the officers to maintain accuracy and transparency in data compilation, verification and updation of records so that eligible beneficiaries are not left out and the intended benefits of various government schemes reach them effectively.

Emphasising the importance of these digital initiatives in improving governance, transparency and service delivery, the Deputy Commissioner called for concerted efforts from all concerned departments to achieve the prescribed targets within the stipulated timelines. A detailed review of PM-KISAN-related farmer registration and Aadhaar-linked data was also undertaken.

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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