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KATHUA: A district-level review meeting under Mission YUVA was held today in the Conference Hall, DC Office Complex, Kathua, under the chairmanship of Director Skill Development and District Nodal Officer Mission YUVA OP Bhagat. The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer, Assistant Director Employment (AD Employment), and District Statistics & Evaluation Officer along with Block Development Officers (BDOs), Master Trainers, and Supervisors nominated under the mission.

The meeting held detailed deliberations on smooth implementation of the Udhyam Jagriti Campaign. The BDOs were directed to intensify the Udhyam Jagriti Campaigns under Mission YUVA and intensify Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) activities in their respective blocks to raise awareness and promote youth engagement. Besides, Master Trainers and Supervisors were apprised of the objectives and importance of Mission YUVA and were instructed to conduct the baseline survey with utmost seriousness.

It was given out in the meeting that the baseline survey will be conducted from January 1, 2025, to January 31, 2025, and is a critical step in assessing and addressing the needs of the youth under the mission. The meeting underscored the role of Mission YUVA in empowering youth through skill development, entrepreneurship opportunities, and capacity building. The participants were urged to ensure timely execution of tasks and seamless coordination to achieve the mission’s objectives. The session concluded with a commitment to mobilize resources and strengthen outreach efforts, reaffirming the district administration’s focus on youth empowerment and economic development.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here