KULGAM : Kisan Sampark Abhiyan- Rural Credit Workshop under JKCIP-IFAD was today organised at Behibagh in Kulgam. The programme was inaugurated by Chairman, District Development Council (DDC) Kulgam, M Afzal Parry. Speaking on the occasion, he stressed the officials to work for the betterment of the farming community- which is the backbone of the National economy. He appreciated the initiatives aimed at empowering farmers and strengthening the rural economy.

Chairman DDC advised farmers to take best advantage of the Govt. schemes and build a prosperous nation and family. He also appreciated the role of Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kulgam, agriculture and allied departments in enhancing the profitability of agriculture in the district. In his address, Chief Scientist & Head Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kulgam, Prof. Manzoor Ahmad Ganai, highlighted the golden opportunity for the farmers and rural youth to take the best advantage of the new schemes.

District Agriculture officer and District Horticulture officer also sensitized farmers about various centrally sponsored schemes and shared information on new opportunities and benefits available for rural entrepreneurs especially under HADP and JKCIP. They also advised the farmers to register themselves on JKCIP portal. Other dignitaries present were DDC member Kulgam, scientists of the Kendra, besides the event witnessed huge participation of locals, including farmers, entrepreneurs, FPOs representatives from agriculture and allied 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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