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KISHTWAR: The District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) met today in Kishtwar under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma to review and approve applications submitted under the Mission Yuva Scheme. A total of 166 applications, duly verified by the Small Business Development Units (SBDUs), were presented before the committee. Each case was assessed on eligibility, project feasibility and the applicant’s socio-economic background.

After scrutiny, the Committee approved 160 applications for financial assistance and handholding support. As verified by the J&K Bank Manager, Cluster Head Kishtwar, 06 applicants had already availed themselves of benefits under other government-sponsored schemes and their cases were accordingly rejected. DC Kishtwar emphasized the importance of empowering youth to drive local economic growth.

The DC directed the AD Employment to ensure that all approved cases are forwarded to banks at the earliest so that applicants can avail themselves of timely benefits under the scheme. He further directed banks to sanction and disburse loans without delay and ensure regular mentorship to support the new entrepreneurs.

Mission YUVA continues to play a vital role in creating livelihood opportunities and promoting self-reliance among the youth of Kishtwar district. The meeting was attended by ADC Pawan Kotwal; GM DIC Rishi Sharma; AD Employment Shafqat Keen; DSWO Zubair Ahmed; Lead District Manager, Manager Cluster J&K Bank and other concerned officers.

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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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