SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) on Friday launched the fourth batch of Management Development Programmes (MDPs) across 13 districts of the Union Territory under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) scheme. The initiative is funded by the Union Ministry of MSME and implemented in J&K by the Industries & Commerce Department. 

MDPs were simultaneously inaugurated in Anantnag, Bandipora, Baramulla, Budgam, Ganderbal, Kulgam, Pulwama, Shopian, Srinagar, Jammu, Kathua, Reasi, and Udhampur districts. A total of 270 participants, including 253 women, have enrolled for the 30-hour training programme scheduled over six days.

The district-level programmes are witnessing active participation from local MSMEs, who will receive practical training on modern business management. The initiative aims to upgrade managerial, financial, and operational capacities of entrepreneurs, enabling them to scale their enterprises, enhance competitiveness, and adopt sustainable business models.

The MDP curriculum features modules on business planning, marketing, digital tools, financial literacy, compliance, innovation, and leadership. It also includes case studies, mentorship, and experiential workshops to offer real-world exposure.

Over the next six days, entrepreneurs, aspiring business leaders, and MSME operators will engage with industry experts, JKEDI faculty, and certified trainers. The parallel rollout of MDPs in 13 districts ensures inclusive access to enterprise training, especially in remote areas.

Earlier MDPs conducted under the RAMP initiative in Kupwara, Kishtwar, and Ramban have successfully trained 58 participants, contributing to improved business practices and enhanced livelihood opportunities across the UT.

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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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