• Reviews progress under Horticulture Sector

REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Nidhi Malik today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress and performance of the Horticulture Department in the district. The meeting, held at the DC Office Complex, focused on the implementation of the beneficiary-oriented schemes and developmental works being undertaken across Government Fruit Plant Nurseries in the District.

The Deputy Commissioner reviewed the progress achieved under UT Capex, Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH), Per Drop More Crop, Agriculture Technology Management Agency (ATMA), Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization, Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), JKCIP, and NABARD. A detailed assessment of the physical and financial achievements of the department, as well as the staff strength was also carried out.

DC Nidhi Malik emphasized the importance of farm mechanization and automation under HADP, urging the department to leverage technology for increased productivity and efficient farm operations. She directed officers to expand the area under Modified High-Density Plantation, aimed at enhancing fruit crop yield and improving the socio-economic status of the farming community.

Highlighting the vast potential of the horticulture sector in Reasi, the Deputy Commissioner encouraged unemployed youth to explore opportunities in fruit and vegetable processing and to develop integrated farming models that can serve as sustainable entrepreneurship examples in the district.

Chief Horticulture Officer Reasi, presented a detailed account of the department’s achievements under various schemes. He informed the meeting about the establishment of High-Density Orchards and solar fencing projects under the JKCIP scheme, which aims to promote scientific cultivation and protect orchards from wild and stray animals. The meeting was attended by Chief Horticulture Officer Rajinder Sharma and concerned officers.

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A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

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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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