SRINAGAR: A detailed discussion on strengthening youth engagement and expanding opportunities for young people in Jammu & Kashmir was held today between MY Bharat Resource Person, J&K and Chief Functionary, Nations Development Association (NDA), Sushil Singh Charak, and Gopal Namdeo, Assistant Director and District Youth Officer, Srinagar, MY Bharat, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India.

The meeting focused on exploring meaningful ways to connect more youth with the MY Bharat platform and its various opportunities, including volunteering, experiential learning, leadership development and youth-led initiatives. The discussion underlined the importance of creating greater awareness among young people and encouraging their active participation in programmes aimed at developing leadership and civic responsibility.

Special emphasis was laid on the upcoming Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2027, particularly on encouraging wider participation of youth from Jammu & Kashmir. The initiative provides young people with opportunities to showcase their ideas, leadership abilities and contributions towards nation-building.

The participants discussed the need for coordinated efforts involving youth organisations, educational institutions and grassroots-level networks to expand outreach and ensure that eligible and interested young people are aware of available opportunities.

The MY Bharat Resource Person, J&K appreciated the ongoing efforts towards youth engagement and congratulated the District Youth Officer, Srinagar, for promoting youth-oriented initiatives. The meeting concluded with a shared focus on strengthening youth participation, leadership and engagement in support of the broader vision of Viksit Bharat.

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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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