DODA: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Doda Harvinder Singh convened a review meeting to assess the implementation and progress of projects under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) and Kisan Khidmat Ghar (KKG) initiative at DC Office Complex Doda. The meeting also deliberated on the Action Taken Report (ATR) of the previous review.

During the meeting, the DDC conducted a sector-wise assessment of ongoing activities and instructed officers of agriculture and allied departments to ensure close coordination for effective execution of schemes. The DDC also emphasized that these initiatives are pivotal in enhancing farmers’ income, modernizing farming practices, and strengthening the rural economy.

The DDC underscored the importance of timely completion of HADP projects, with special focus on providing farmers access to modern technology, training, and assured market linkages. Reviewing the functioning of Kisan Khidmat Ghars, he highlighted their role as single-window service centres for farmers to access the government schemes and services.

The meeting was attended by the CPO Manesh Kumar; Chief Agriculture Officer, Chief Horticulture Officer, Chief Animal Husbandry Officer and officers from Animal Husbandry, Sheep Husbandry, Fisheries and other allied departments.

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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