RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, today chaired a meeting here in the Conference Hall of DC Office to review the implementation of the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). The meeting was informed that a total of 249 applications have been submitted to banks to date, out of which 25 cases have been sanctioned.

The DC directed the concerned banks to prioritize and expedite the processing of pending applications. He further instructed all departments to proactively follow up the submitted cases to ensure timely approvals. Reviewing other related schemes, the DC assessed the progress under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) and the Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF). He directed the Animal Husbandry Department to take immediate steps for the establishment of a Milk Processing Unit in the district to enhance dairy production and provide better marketing opportunities to farmers.

The status of the National Livestock Mission and the performance of the Horticulture Planning & Marketing Department were also reviewed.  The DC stressed effective planning and implementation to ensure farmers benefit from these schemes. Additionally, area-wise applications received under the Kisan Khidmat Ghar (KKG) initiative were discussed. The DC urged all stakeholders to encourage participation and ensure widespread awareness about the scheme to maximize its outreach.

The Deputy Commissioner reiterated the district administration's commitment to promote agriculture and allied sectors under HADP and other flagship schemes to improve the economic prospects of farmers and entrepreneurs in the region. The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer Maqsood Ahmed, Chief Agriculture Officer, District Sheep Husbandry Officer (DSHO), District Animal Husbandry Officer (DAHO), Lead District Manager (LDM), and other district 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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