In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

POONCH: An awareness camp on Applications Mobilization Campaigns was organised today here at Regional District Offices by the Fisheries Department Poonch to promote initiatives under Pradhan Mantri-Matasya Kisan Samridhi Sah –Yojna (PM-MKSSY).

The central Sector Scheme launched by Government of India in 2023 -24 shall continue till 2026-27. The scheme aims at on the spot registration of fishers, fish farmers, fish vendors at NFDP portal, submission of application for aquaculture insurance, submission of loan request through NFDP, Availing performance grants for enhancing value chain efficiencies, availing incentives for Adoption & Expansion of Fish and Fish Product Safety & Quality Assurance Systems.

A large number of Fishers including fish farmers, Fishermen, vendors and Fisheries Cooperative Society Poonch participated in the camp and availed benefits of registration under NFDP and evinced keen interest in Aquaculture Insurance and other value chain projects.

Addressing the fishers, Fisheries Development Officer Bharat Bushan  shared an overview of scheme, highlighting key initiatives such as registration on NFDP portal, submission of application for Aquaculture Insurance, availing performance grants for Value Chain and other components of the scheme and urged to avail benefits of the scheme. Further the Officer thanked the CSC operator for conducting the onspot registration of the Fishers. The camp was attended by Inspector Fisheries Poonch who also shared his valuable thoughts on the scheme and other ongoing Central and UT schemes.

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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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