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KATHUA: Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma chaired a meeting to review the progress and implementation status of the Holistic Agriculture Development Plan (HADP) and the Jammu and Kashmir Competitive Initiative Project (JKCIP) in the district.

Detailed discussions were held on the physical and financial progress of various projects, beneficiary coverage, implementation of approved interventions and timelines for completion.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the departments concerned to ensure effective implementation of all components under HADP and JKCIP, focussing on the timely delivery of benefits to farmers and the strengthening of livelihood opportunities in the agriculture and allied sectors.

The DC also reviewed the progress of units established under HADP and emphasised regular monitoring to ensure that the units remain functional and deliver the intended benefits to beneficiaries.

The Deputy Commissioner stressed upon the officers to maintain close coordination, undertake regular field visits and address bottlenecks promptly to ensure that the objectives of HADP and JKCIP are achieved effectively at the grassroots level.

Among those present were CPO Ranjeet Thakur, the Chief Agriculture Officer, the Chief Horticulture Officer, the Chief Animal Husbandry Officer, the District Sheep Husbandry Officer, the District Sericulture Officer and the Assistant Director Fisheries, besides other sectoral officers.

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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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