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  • Calls for enhancing Credit Flow to Priority, employment-Generating Sectors

DODA: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Krishan Lal today chaired the District Level Review Committee (DLRC)/District Consultative Committee (DCC) meeting to take stock of the performance of banks for the quarter ending June 2026.

The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer Manesh Kumar Manhas; Assistant Commissioner Revenue Ashraf Pervaz; Assistant Commissioner Development Din Mohd Afaqi; Chief Animal Husbandry Officer, Lead District Manager, besides representatives from various government departments, NABARD, RBI, banks and other stakeholder institutions.

At the outset, the Committee undertook a detailed review of the performance under the Annual Credit Plan (ACP) 2026-27. The Committee examined the targets set for the financial year and the achievements recorded by banks up to June 2026.

The overall credit plan, bank-wise deposits, advances and Credit-Deposit (CD) ratio of the district were also reviewed in detail. The Committee assessed the performance of banks in extending credit to various sectors and deliberated on measures to further improve credit delivery.

The meeting further reviewed the bank-wise performance under Agriculture Term Loans (ATL), including targets and achievements up to June 2026. Detailed discussions were held on credit flow to allied agricultural activities, including dairy, poultry, fisheries and horticulture.

The Committee also reviewed progress under various categories of Kisan Credit Cards (KCC), including agriculture, dairy/animal husbandry, sheep husbandry and fisheries. The progress under Atma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan and other priority-sector lending initiatives, including credit support to Self Help Groups (SHGs) and distressed persons, was also assessed.

A detailed review was undertaken to assess the credit disbursement under the PM Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) and other employment and livelihood generation schemes.  

The Committee further reviewed bank-wise progress under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme and other major Government-sponsored schemes. Progress under social security and financial inclusion initiatives, including implementation of Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) and Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), was also discussed.

The status of unbanked rural centres in the district was reviewed, besides assessing the progress and performance of SBI Rural Self Employment Training Institute (RSETI). The Committee also deliberated on promoting renewable energy initiatives, particularly under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.

The DDC directed the concerned stakeholders to intensify awareness and outreach so that eligible beneficiaries are facilitated in accessing the benefits available under the scheme.

The DDC Doda emphasized the need for close coordination between banks and Government departments, timely disposal of eligible cases, effective monitoring at the branch level and improved financial inclusion. He underlined that concerted efforts by all stakeholders are essential to ensure that institutional credit reaches deserving beneficiaries and contributes meaningfully to the economic development of the district.

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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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