GANDERBAL: Khadi and Village Industries Board (KVIB) Ganderbal today conducted a one-day awareness camp at the Block Development Office (BDO) Safapora to educate and inform artisans and unemployed youth about various self-employment opportunities under the Jammu & Kashmir Rural Employment Generation Programme (JKREGP) and Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP).

The camp was presided over by the Deputy CEO, J&K Khadi and Village Industries Board, Kashmir Division, Srinagar. Addressing the artisans and unemployed youth, he emphasized the importance of these schemes in fostering entrepreneurship and self-reliance. The event witnessed participation from prominent officials, including District Development Council (DDC) Member Safapora, Lead District Manager Ganderbal, Naib Tehsildar Safapora, and the District Officer, KVIB.

Representatives from the BDO Office Safapora also attended, along with local artisans and unemployed youth eager to explore the benefits of these government initiatives. During the camp, detailed information about the procedures, benefits, and eligibility criteria for availing financial assistance under JKREGP and PMEGP was shared. Attendees were encouraged to utilize these schemes for setting up small-scale businesses and generating employment opportunities within the district.

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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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