SHOPIAN: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the implementation and overall progress of the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) in the district.

During the meeting, The Deputy Commissioner reviewed NRLM interventions across various Community Development (CD) Blocks, with particular emphasis on institutional strengthening of Self Help Groups (SHGs), livelihood promotion, credit linkages, capacity building and convergence with allied departments.

The District Programme Manager (DPM), NRLM, presented a detailed performance overview through detailed presentation, highlighting overall scenario of NRLM implementation in the district.

The DC sought a detailed block-wise assessment of bank linkage progress, status of credit flow to SHGs, physical achievements, identification of potential Lakhpati Didis, establishment of Agri-Nutri Gardens and formation of Producer Groups. He directed the concerned officers to bridge gaps in capitalisation and ensure timely and adequate credit flow to all eligible SHGs.

While reviewing progress achieved under non-farm livelihood enterprises, including service-oriented ventures promoted through SHGs, Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for sustained handholding, mentoring and market linkage support to emerging entrepreneurs to ensure viability of enterprises.

The DC also reviewed pendency issues at various banks and directed bank authorities to resolve the same on priority. Highlighting the importance of sustainable livelihood generation in both farm and non-farm sectors, the DC emphasised scaling up income-generating activities undertaken by SHG members stating that livelihood diversification is essential for enhancing household incomes.

The Deputy Commissioner also reviewed convergence initiatives with line departments and called for a more coordinated and integrated approach to maximise benefits for NRLM beneficiaries. He directed NRLM functionaries to ensure timely achievement of targets in close liaison with banks and line departments to ensure socio-economic empowerment of rural households in Shopian district. Among others, the meeting was attended by General Manager, DIC, LDM, CAO, CHO and representatives from concerned departments.

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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.

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