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KISHTWAR: Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma today interacted with the members of Self Help Groups (SHGs) from CD Blocks of Kishtwar, Palmar, Thakrie, Trigam, Mughalmaidan and Nagseni. A total of 3,021 SHGs comprising 21,133 members are presently active across 13 CD Blocks of District Kishtwar, contributing significantly to community development and women empowerment initiatives.

During the interaction, the Deputy Commissioner called for exploring the possibility of extending benefits of Mission YUVA schemes to SHG members. He advised SHG members to avail themselves the benefits of social security schemes offered by banks, which provide financial protection in case of accidents or natural death, thereby ensuring social and economic security for their families.

The DC appreciated the efforts of SHG members in promoting self-reliance and urged them to continue their active participation in development and empowerment programmes at the grassroots level. The meeting was attended by ADC Kishtwar, Pawan Kotwal, CPO Kishtwar Akhil Thakur, Manager J&K Bank Cluster Office Kishtwar Anil Sharma, EO Kishtwar Vinod Kumar, DPM JKRLM Kishtwar Ishaq Dar, DNO JKEDI Aejaz Ahmad Bhat along with representatives of SHGs from the district.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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