SRINAGAR: To mark the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, celebrated on 2nd October, multiple Skill Development Training Programmes (SDTPs) were held by KVIC across various districts of Jammu & Kashmir today. The events were held in presence of Director, KVIC, J&K and Ladakh, Rajesh Kumar, and Principal, PMTC KVIC, Pampore, Anil Kumar Sharma.

The programme commenced with floral garlanding ceremony to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, followed by the Khadi Pledge, taken as part of the ongoing Khadi Mahotsav being celebrated from September 17th to October 23rd, 2025.

Speaking on the occasion, Anil Kumar Sharma briefed the attendees about the various skill development training programmes being conducted across different districts of J&K. He emphasized the importance of skill-building in empowering youth and promoting self-employment.

Addressing the gathering, Director, KVIC, Rajesh Kumar, expressed his deep gratitude towards Mahatma Gandhi for his enduring legacy. He encouraged all participants to stay motivated and continue learning new skills, which are crucial for personal growth and national development.

Several participants also shared their experiences, explaining how the training programmes have helped them acquire valuable skills and opened new avenues for livelihood and entrepreneurship.

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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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