SRINAGAR: Director, Sheep Husbandry Department (SHD), Kashmir, Dr.Rafiq Ahmad Shah,  today chaired a review meeting at the Directorate, Lal Mandi, Srinagar, to assess the progress of expenditure and implementation of schemes under the UT CAPEX Budget, HADP, CSS, NABARD, and other ongoing programmes for the financial year 2025–26.

During the meeting, item-wise expenditure, physical and financial achievements, and the status of works being executed across districts were reviewed. Key initiatives, including the Elite Sheep Mission and the Animal Identification Project, were discussed, along with infrastructure gaps in departmental hospitals and reasons for low expenditure wherever observed.

Dr. Shah directed all concerned officers to expedite works, ensure timely utilization of funds, and achieve targets within the stipulated timelines. He emphasized the importance of close monitoring and accountability to ensure effective implementation of all schemes.

The Directorate remains committed to enhancing sheep husbandry services and infrastructure across the region, ensuring that all schemes benefit farmers and stakeholders effectively.

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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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