JAMMU:   Deputy Commissioner Jammu Dr. Rakesh Minhas chaired a meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) to review and approve applications under Mission YUVA.

During the meeting, the committee held detailed deliberations on the applications received from aspiring youth. After careful scrutiny, 300 eligible cases were approved for financial support and guidance, marking a significant step toward empowering local youth and fostering self-employment. The approved cases include 294 nano enterprises, 5 for establishment of New MSME in Sunrise or Focus Sector and one case for Expansion of Existing MSME.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the importance of Mission YUVA in helping the youth build sustainable livelihoods and urged them to intensify awareness campaigns to reach more eligible beneficiaries. The meeting was attended by key officials, including the Additional District Development Commissioner, General Manager DIC, Deputy Director and Assistant Director Employment, LDM, and representatives from various other 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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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