PULWAMA: The Central Integrated Pest Management Centre (CIPMC) Srinagar, in collaboration with the State Agriculture Department Pulwama, organized a training session on the National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) App for progressive farmers of Pulwama District. The session aimed at familiarizing farmers with modern pest monitoring and management techniques.

Assistant Plant Protection Officer (PP), CIPMC Srinagar, DPPQ&S Faridabad, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India, was the key speaker for the event. He delivered an informative session detailing the features and functioning of the NPSS App, which enables farmers to monitor pest populations and manage pest-related challenges effectively.

He highlighted the app’s role in real-time data collection, surveillance, and pest management, enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability. A practical, hands-on training session followed, where farmers were guided on how to upload images of pest and disease through the app. This session provided a direct, interactive learning experience; ensuring farmers understood how to use the app effectively in their day-to-day agricultural practices.

The training session was attended by District Agriculture Officer (Inputs) and District Agriculture Officer (Ext.) Pulwama District, who appreciated the initiative and emphasized the importance of such technological tools in improving pest control and crop protection. The event aimed to empower farmers with the knowledge and skills needed to tackle pest issues and enhance agricultural output in Pulwama.

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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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