KISHTWAR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar, Rajesh Kumar Shavan today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the achievements made in the implementation of Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) in the district. Speaking at the meeting, the DC emphasised the need for adopting a time-bound approach to achieve the set targets efficiently.

He directed the concerned departments to focus on key indicators to ensure effective execution of the programme. The DC stressed the expansion of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and instructed officials to process and submit all pending applications to the District Level Committee for approval in the next week.

Highlighting the importance of diversified farming practices, he urged the functionaries to promote Millet, Lavender, Marigold and Oil seed cultivation across the district to promote sustainable and climate-resilient Agriculture.

The review meeting was attended by CPO Shahnawaz Bali, ACR  Idrees lone, ACD Phulail Singh, CAO Amjad Hussain Malik, CHO   Sajid Mustafa, DSHO Dr. Jameel Nasir, LDM, DAO and other officials from agriculture and allied sectors.

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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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