JAMMU: A training-cum-awareness programme regarding the rollout of the Integrated Pesticide Management System (IPMS) Portal in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir was organised today at the Conference Hall Directorate of Agriculture, Jammu. The programme witnessed participation from pesticide distributors from across the Jammu region.

The training programme was organised by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India- Krishi Bhavan- New Delhi. Experts delivered a detailed presentation and live demonstration of the IPMS Portal and its stock management modules. The session focused on the operational aspects of the portal including product uploading, stock maintenance, inventory management and digital compliance procedures aimed at ensuring greater transparency and efficiency in pesticide regulation and monitoring.

The distributors actively interacted with the organisers through video conferencing. A healthy and constructive discussion was held wherein the participants raised several queries and sought clarifications regarding the implementation and functioning of the portal. The organisers addressed the concerns comprehensively and provided necessary guidance for smooth on-boarding and effective utilisation of the IPMS system.

Speaking on the occasion, Plant Protection Officer Raju Mahajan urged all pesticide distributors to complete the requisite portal-related formalities and exercises within a fortnight so as to ensure the smooth and successful rollout of the IPMS Portal in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

The programme concluded with a collective commitment from all stakeholders towards strengthening transparency, accountability and digital governance in pesticide management through the effective implementation of the IPMS initiative in the Union Territory.

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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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