REASI: The District Industries Centre (DIC) Reasi successfully organized Awareness Camps on the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) and PM Vishwakarma Scheme at three locations—BDO Office Reasi, BDO Office Katra, and BDO Office Pouni. The camps were held under the overall supervision of General Manager DIC Reasi, Mohd Anwar Banday, and witnessed wide participation from the general public.

During the sessions, officers of DIC Reasi provided detailed insights into the objectives, benefits, and application processes of these schemes. They distributed pamphlets and other informative materials to the participants and encouraged them to take full advantage of these welfare initiatives aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and self-reliance.

The PMEGP scheme, a flagship initiative, provides financial support for starting small enterprises, while the PM Vishwakarma scheme focuses on empowering traditional artisans and craftsmen by providing them with financial and technical support.

The camps received an overwhelming response, with participants expressing gratitude for the department’s efforts in spreading awareness about these government initiatives. DIC Reasi remains committed to organizing more such events to ensure that the benefits of these welfare schemes reach every eligible individual in the district.

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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