RAJOURI: A Capacity Building Programme for YUVA Doots of Rajouri district was today organized in the Dr Raj Kumar Thapa Memorial Conference Hall of PWD Dak Bungalow under the supervision of District Nodal Officer Mission YUVA (Additional Deputy Commissioner) Chander Prakash and Joint Director Employment Jammu Paramjeet Singh.

Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Director Employment Mohammad Nawaz Choudhary highlighted the objectives of Mission YUVA and underlined the pivotal role of YUVA Doots in promoting entrepreneurship. He urged them to identify and motivate potential entrepreneurs across the district and provide proper guidance in availing benefits under the scheme.

Interacting with the participants, the District Nodal Officer Mission YUVA (ADC) emphasized the responsibility of YUVA Doots in spreading awareness about Mission YUVA among unemployed and educated youth. He exhorted them to work with dedication to ensure maximum coverage under the scheme through active handholding of budding entrepreneurs.

  Joint Director Employment Paramjeet Singh Raina in his address, encouraged the Yuva Doots to act as a vital link between the administration and the youth. He said their proactive efforts would help government schemes reach the grassroots level effectively, thereby not only empowering individuals but also driving the socio-economic development of the district.

The programme also featured an interactive question-answer session, where participants’ queries were addressed comprehensively. It concluded with all stakeholders reaffirming their collective commitment to make Mission YUVA a transformative platform for fostering youth-led growth and entrepreneurship in Rajouri.

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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