• Emphasises increased farmer enrolment, timely case processing, loan sanctions & achievement of scheme targets

BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Jatin Kishore, today chaired a District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC)-cum-review meeting under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) and the Jammu and Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement in Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP) at Conference Hall, Budgam.

During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the implementation and progress of various schemes, emphasising the need to increase farmer enrolment, identify gaps and ensure effective implementation of the programmes.

He stressed the importance of regular monitoring, improved coordination among the concerned departments and timely processing and sanctioning of cases under HADP and JKCIP. He directed officers to expedite pending cases, clear backlogs and ensure transparency in the approval and disposal of applications.

The meeting also reviewed Kisan Credit Card (KCC) cases, project-wise progress and the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY). The DC emphasised improving loan sanctions under various schemes and ensuring 100 percent reporting on the designated portal.

A detailed review was conducted of the progress of schemes being implemented by the departments of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Horticulture, Sericulture, Fisheries, Sheep Husbandry, and Horticulture Planning and Marketing.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned officers to work in close coordination to achieve the targets under HADP, JKCIP and other employment-oriented schemes. He also stressed the need to encourage eligible farmers and beneficiaries to avail themselves of the benefits of these programmes.

The officers were advised to thoroughly review the scheme guidelines, strengthen awareness among farmers and eligible beneficiaries, and ensure the timely implementation of all assigned activities. The meeting emphasised accountability, regular progress reviews and coordinated efforts to ensure that the benefits of government schemes reach eligible farmers and other beneficiaries.

Among others, the meeting was attended by General Manager DIC,  Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Budgam, Chief Agriculture Officer, Budgam, Chief Animal Husbandry Officer, Chief Horticulture Officer, District Sheep Husbandry Officer, District Sericulture Officer, AMO, Horticulture Planning and Marketing,  Assistant Director, Fisheries, Assistant Registrar Cooperatives, District Manager, NABARD, Lead District Manager,  and Professor and Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Budgam.

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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.

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