The Survival Fight of JK Monitor: For 16 years, JK Monitor has chronicled Jammu and Kashmir with integrity. Since 2010, I have steered its newsroom alongside our visionary Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan (IIT Kharagpur alumnus, University of Maryland Ph.D.). His tragic demise in October 2026 left a severe financial and operational vacuum. Without urgent support, our 24/7 news portal risks permanently shutting down after November 2026, remaining only as a static digital archive. We appeal to well-wishers to extend a helping hand to keep our active newsroom alive. Support Us: WhatsApp: +91-9906103001 | Email: journalistajmerwani@gmail.com

JAMMU: Mission Director, Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), Sandeep Kumar today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress and implementation of the HADP components. The meeting was held in the Conference Hall, Directorate of Agriculture, Krishi Bhawan, Talab Tillo.

The meeting was attended by Project Grounding and Monitoring Committees; Director Agriculture Jammu, Anil Gupta; Director Agriculture Kashmir, Sartaj Ahmad Shah; Director Horticulture Jammu, Gul Sayed; along with senior officers and representatives from the Animal Husbandry, Fisheries, Sericulture and Sheep Husbandry Departments (Jammu Division). Technical staff of the Mission Directorate HADP, representatives and Principal Investigators from SKUAST-Jammu were also present. HoDs and Officers from Kashmir Division and SKUAST-Kashmir joined the meeting virtually.

During the meeting, the Mission Director reviewed the physical and financial achievements under various HADP projects implemented in both the public and private sectors. Major agenda points included action taken on decisions of previous meetings, submission of training calendars, status of farmer training programmes and progress made under the Kisan Sathi initiative.

 Sandeep Kumar directed all departments to fast-track implementation, strengthen inter-departmental coordination and ensure effective execution of developmental activities under HADP. He conducted a detailed review of ongoing projects and instructed the concerned officers to strictly adhere to project timelines and objectives, with emphasis on improved project tracking mechanisms.

The Mission Director also stressed the importance of Research and Development (R&D) for developing improved seed varieties aimed at enhancing yield and productivity across the UT. He further highlighted the need for documenting success stories, which would serve as motivational examples for the broader farming community.

Earlier, the Mission Director visited the Centre of Excellence for Entrepreneurship in Precision Vegetable and Floriculture Farming at the Vegetable Improvement Scheme, Krishi Bhawan, Jammu, to review the progress of ongoing works. He inspected key facilities under development, assessed the implementation of project components and emphasized timely completion to boost innovation and entrepreneurship in precision farming.

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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here