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RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma today chaired a review meeting to assess the status of onboarding of departments onto the MY Bharat platform. The meeting aimed to expedite the integration of departments and facilitate the creation of Experiential Learning Programs (ELPs) for youth engagement.

At the outset, District Youth Officer Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS) Nitin Hangloo presented a detailed report on the progress of departmental onboarding. The DC emphasized the significance of the MY Bharat platform for empowering young individuals by providing skill development, leadership training, and career-oriented opportunities.

Highlighting the role of ELPs in youth development, the DC appreciated the departments that have successfully onboarded and urged the remaining departments to expedite the process. He directed officials to ensure the timely creation of ELPs, enabling young individuals to gain hands-on experience and enhance their career prospects.

The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer (CPO) Maqsood Ahmed, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat (ACP) Sheraz Chouhan, Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Vijay Kumar Verma, Assistant Director FCS&CA Rohit Kumar, Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) Pradyot Gupta, and other district and sectoral 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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