POONCH: District Development Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting to review the progress of the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) in the district.

The meeting was attended by the Chief Agriculture Officer, Jograj Salathia;  Chief Horticulture Officer, Uttam Lal, Chief Animal Husbandry Officer; District Sheep Husbandry Officer; Deputy Director Sericulture Poonch; Assistant Grading & Marketing Officer; Assistant Director Fisheries; Assistant Director Floriculture and other concerned officers.

The meeting aimed to strengthen coordination among agriculture and allied sectors and ensure timely implementation of key government initiatives for the benefit of farmers.

During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on the progress of various schemes under HADP. The District Development Commissioner reviewed targets, achievements and existing gaps. He directed the concerned officers to intensify efforts to bridge gaps and ensure maximum coverage of eligible farmers.

Earlier, officers presented updates on progress and future plans of their respective departments. They highlighted efforts towards increasing agricultural productivity, strengthening value addition chains, promoting allied sectors such as fisheries, floriculture and sericulture and enhancing farmer outreach.

The District Development Commissioner emphasized the importance of inter-departmental coordination, regular field monitoring and active farmer engagement to achieve sustainable and holistic agricultural development. He urged all departments to work in close coordination to ensure effective implementation of the programme across the district.

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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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