KISHTWAR: The District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) met today in Kishtwar under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma to review and approve applications submitted under the Mission YUVA scheme.

A total of 160 applications, duly verified by the Small Business Development Units (SBDUs), were presented to the committee. Each proposal was assessed on the basis of eligibility, project feasibility and the socio-economic background of the applicant.

After detailed scrutiny, the committee approved all 160 applications for financial assistance and handholding support, as verified by J&K Bank Manager and Cluster Head Kishtwar.

DC Sharma highlighted the importance of empowering youth to contribute to local economic development. He directed the AD Employment to ensure that all sanctioned cases are promptly forwarded to banks so that beneficiaries receive timely assistance under the scheme. He also advised banks to expedite the sanctioning and disbursement of loans and extend continuous guidance to support emerging entrepreneurs.

Mission YUVA serves as a key initiative in generating livelihood avenues and fostering self-reliance among the youth of Kishtwar district. Among those present were PO ICDS Rishi Kumar Sharma, DSWO Tariq Parveaz Qazi, AD Employment/ALC Mamta Sudershan, EO Vinod Kumar, Manager J&K Bank Cluster Head and staff of the departments concerned.

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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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