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JAMMU: Mission Director Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) and Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project in J&K (JKCIP) Rahul Yadav today conducted a comprehensive review of three crucial HADP projects here at a meeting held in the Conference Hall, Directorate of Agriculture, Krishi Bhawan.

The meeting was attended by key stakeholders, including the project grounding and monitoring committees of the respective projects, besides   Director Agriculture Jammu, Director Horticulture Jammu/Kashmir, Director Animal Husbandry Jammu/Kashmir, Director Sheep Husbandry Jammu/Kashmir, and representatives from SKUAST Jammu and SKUAST Kashmir. Officers from Jammu also participated virtually.

The projects under review were selected for their multi-stakeholder involvement and regional importance. These include Rainfed Area Development (RAD) P15, Promotion of Floriculture P14 and Fodder Development in J&K P28. The Mission Director focused on assessing the performance of each project, particularly the need to expedite the establishment of the centres for project activities.

Elaborating the objectives of the Rainfed Area Development project, Mr. Yadav stressed the importance of interventions specifically designed to enhance rainfed areas. He directed that future presentations must clearly reflect these targeted activities. He also reviewed the expenditure and implementation of various activities under the project to ensure their timely execution.

The Floriculture project under HADP was also reviewed thoroughly. The Mission Director highlighted the importance of accelerating progress in this area and emphasized the need for strategic planning to meet project targets.

On the Fodder Development project, Mr. Yadav underscored the significance of inter-departmental collaboration and urged all stakeholders to work closely and provide a prioritized action plan for effective implementation. He also directed that the expenditure be reviewed and improvements be suggested to further enhance the implementation process.

Concluding the meeting, the Mission Director reaffirmed the commitment of the HADP to expedite project activities and ensure effective collaboration between all stakeholders. He stressed the need to overcome challenges through coordinated efforts and achieve the overarching objectives of the HADP in enhancing the agricultural and allied sectors in Jammu and Kashmir.

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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