SRINAGAR: A pivotal meeting was held at the Br MSME Development and Facilitation Office, Sanat Nagar, Srinagar, to discuss the newly launched Ministry of MSME Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Portal for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), and to deliberate on various marketing support initiatives under Government schemes.

The meeting was convened by Saheel Alaqband, Assistant Director, MSME and attended by Presidents Imran Murtaza Industrialists Association Khonmoh and Syed Fazal Illahi President Industrialists Association BAMK, along with core members from the association.

Alaqband briefed the participants on the objectives and benefits of the newly introduced ODR scheme, emphasizing its innovative, AI-driven digital platform, claimed to be the first of its kind globally and aimed at resolving delayed payment issues and commercial disputes efficiently.

Assistant Director also informed the participants about the PMS Marketing Support scheme, under which the Government of India provides up to 80% financial assistance to MSMEs for participating in approved national exhibitions. This support includes airfare and stall rent subsidy, enabling MSMEs to expand their market outreach and showcase their products at a broader level. A detailed presentation was given by Sajid on how the ODR portal works from the seller as well as buyer side.

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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