KULGAM: The District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC), Kulgam held a meeting today under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan here at Mini Secretariat Kulgam and approved 142 fresh cases under Mission YUVA.

During the meeting, detailed deliberations were held on each application submitted under Mission YUVA's key schemes. The committee approved 142 new cases after thorough scrutiny, marking another milestone in the ongoing efforts to facilitate gainful employment and entrepreneurial opportunities for the local youth.

Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Commissioner Kulgam reiterated the administration’s commitment to empower youth through sustainable and inclusive initiatives. He directed all stakeholders to ensure seamless implementation, timely disbursement of benefits and proper mentoring and monitoring of beneficiaries to help them establish sustainable livelihood ventures.

He further emphasized the importance of inter-departmental coordination, proactive outreach, and awareness generation to bring more eligible youth under the ambit of Mission YUVA.

The approved cases will now proceed to the implementation stage, where eligible beneficiaries will be provided with the necessary financial assistance to kick-start their ventures.

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, General Manager District Industries Centre,  District Social Welfare Officer, Assistant Director Employment, District Nodal Officer JKEDI, Lead District Manager, and Career Counselling Officer/Employment Officer from DE&CC Kulgam.

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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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