RAJOURI: The second meeting of the Special Joint Working Committee for implementation of the plan to strengthen the Cooperative movement in Rajouri was convened today here under the chairmanship of ADDC Dr. Raj Kumar Thapa. Deputy Registrar Cooperatives Adnan Rather provided an overview of the cooperative landscape in the district. He informed that Rajouri has 49 Primary Agriculture Cooperative Societies (PACS) across its 312 panchayats.

The ADDC emphasized the importance of utilizing the existing cooperative infrastructure effectively. He directed that efforts should focus on reviving and handling existing PACS to maximize their potential. However, he also noted that the registration of one new PACS which has already been initiated should be expedited.

To ensure efficient management of underperforming or defunct societies, Dr. Thapa directed the formation of special committees for the liquidation or deregistration of such entities. These committees will review and recommend appropriate measures to streamline the cooperative ecosystem in the district. The ADDC urged all stakeholders to work collaboratively to strengthen the cooperative movement, emphasizing its vital role in supporting rural livelihoods and fostering economic growth.

The meeting concluded with the direction to ensure efficient governance of cooperative societies. The meeting was attended by Adnan Rather, Deputy Registrar Cooperatives, Khalid Hussain, Chief Animal Husbandry Officer (CAHO), Khalid Hussain, Ashwani Sharma, District Agriculture Officer, Ashwani Sharma, Assistant Registrars and other key officials.

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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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