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  • Instructs establishment of SBDU Cell at Employment & Counselling Campus

KULGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Shahzad Alam, today conducted an extensive inspection of several key government offices across the district, including the Employment & Counselling Centre, Tehsil Office Kulgam, and various district and tehsil libraries and reading rooms.

During his visit to the Employment & Counselling Centre, the Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned officers to establish a Self Business Development Unit (SBDU) Cell within the campus to strengthen self-employment opportunities and facilitate aspiring entrepreneurs. He emphasized the need for structured career guidance, professional counselling, and skill development support for unemployed youth to enhance their employability and entrepreneurial capacities.

Highlighting the importance of constructive youth engagement, the DC further instructed that the Youth Engagement Centre be developed into a centre of excellence aimed at channelizing the energy of young people into productive and skill-oriented activities. He noted that such initiatives would help create a supportive ecosystem for career growth, innovation, and sustainable livelihood generation in the district.

At the Tehsil Office Kulgam, the Deputy Commissioner inspected mutation registers and Jamabandi records to assess the efficiency of revenue administration. He also reviewed the delivery of services under Revenue Plus and the issuance of certificates through Jan-Sugam. Stressing transparency, accountability, and efficiency in public service delivery, he directed officials to ensure the timely disposal of pending cases and the seamless provision of services to the public.

While inspecting the district and tehsil libraries and reading rooms, the DC instructed the concerned authorities to maintain proper cleanliness, upgrade infrastructure, and ensure a conducive academic atmosphere for students and readers. Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Riyaz Ahmad Shah accompanied the Deputy Commissioner during the visit.

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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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