BANDIPORA: The Prime Minister National Apprenticeship Mela was held on Monday at the Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Bandipora, drawing participation from over 200 aspiring candidates along with representatives from various local industries and business units.

Vice Chairperson, District Development Council Bandipora Kousar Shafeeq, the chief guest of the event, highlighted the significance of skill development and the numerous opportunities available for skilled youth. She encouraged participants to fully utilize these schemes to enhance their expertise and excel in their respective fields.

The event aimed to promote skill development and apprenticeship opportunities for the youth, equipping them with practical experience across diverse fields. Officials from the District Industries Centre Bandipora, Entrepreneurship Development Institute and Jamkash Vehicleades Bandipora were also present, sharing valuable insights on the increasing demand for skilled professionals in the industries.

Speaking at the event, Sahil Rashid, Superintendent ITI Bandipora, underscored the crucial role of apprenticeships in addressing the skill gap.  He said that the scheme has been launched by the Govt. of India in order to reduce the skill gap among the youth of the country and candidates who will register on the PMNAM portal, will be selected and called by the industry. 

He stressed that such programs not only enhance youth employability but also build a workforce essential for local industry growth.  Encouraging both aspirants and industry stakeholders to leverage the National Apprenticeship Portal, he reaffirmed ITI Bandipora’s commitment to facilitating high-quality apprenticeship training for candidates.

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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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