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  • Seeks coverage of all women SHGs under Mission YUVA

RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma today chaired a meeting to review the performance of Block Programme Managers (BPMs) in mobilization of Women Self Help Group (SHG) under Mission YUVA and Udhyam Jagriti 4.0.

The Deputy Commissioner reviewed the block-wise performance related to mobilization of applications from Women SHGs, noting that 12 blocks in the district have shown very poor performance. He directed the concerned officers to take immediate corrective measures to ensure effective implementation of the programme. He expressed displeasure over the absence of most BPMs of NRLM from the meeting, except those from Kalakote, Budhal and Rajouri blocks. He stressed that such a lack of seriousness towards important government initiatives will not be tolerated.

To improve the performance, the Deputy Commissioner issued a string of directions. He instructed the District Programme Manager (DPM), NRLM to submit a daily performance report, highlighting activities undertaken for mobilizing applications from Women SHGs and ensuring their coverage under Udhyam Jagriti 4.0. “All poorly performing blocks must improve their performance within 15 days,” he directed.

Emphasizing the need for awareness at the grassroots level, the Deputy Commissioner further instructed to convene cluster-level awareness camps until all Women SHGs are covered under the initiative. The meeting was attended by Deputy Director Employment, Mohammad Nawaz, District Programme Manager NRLM, BPM NRLM Kalakote and BPM NRLM Rajouri among other officials.

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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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