• DDC discusses proposed initiatives at District Development Committee meeting

POONCH:  The District Development Commissioner (DDC) Poonch, Vikas Kundal chaired a meeting of the District Co-operative Development Committee here, at the Meeting Hall of DC Office Complex. The meeting aimed to address key issues and initiatives related to Co-operative development and agricultural practices.

The DDC enquired agenda-wise details regarding Cooperative development like the adoption of the calendar of activities for the International Year of Cooperatives 2025, Food Processing schemes for Cooperative societies, Pilot projects under the world’s largest grain storage plan in the cooperative sector, Computerization of Primary Agricultural credit societies (PACS), adoption of Model Bye-Laws, Development of National Database, registration of dairy PACS and fisheries in uncovered areas.

The meeting planned a range of activities and awareness programs   for farmers and strengthening Cooperative Infrastructure across the district. Emphasis was laid on promoting Co-operative societies and supporting farmers' producer organizations to enhance agriculture production. The meeting concluded with a resolution to expedite all cooperative development initiatives and ensure seamless coordination among departments for the effective implementation of cooperative schemes.

The meeting was attended by ACR Poonch, ACP, Deputy Registrar Cooperative Society Poonch, CAO, CAHO, Chief inspector F&CS, AD Fisheries, District Lead Bank Manager, AD Handloom besides other Officers and representatives from the agricultural sector, members of the District Co-operative Development Committee and Farmers Producer Organization.

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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.

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