• Training under MIDH (TSP) aimed to sensitise them on modern agricultural interventions

SHOPIAN: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar today flagged-off a group of 100 orchardists for one-day training programme under MIDH (TSP) to the Shalimar Campus of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Kashmir (SKUAST-K). Speaking on the occasion, the DC that this initiative is part of the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) and impressed upon them to avail the opportunity and get trained for better agricultural outputs in their farms back home.

The training aimed to equip the orchardists with advanced techniques in horticulture, including modern farming practices, pest management, and ways to enhance crop yield and quality. He said that the programme reflects the Administration's commitment for empowering farmers, especially those from tribal communities by providing them with knowledge and tools to adopt innovative agricultural practices.

The Horticulture Department also distributed horticulture kits among the Orchardists at the occasion. The distribution function of which was inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner. The kits are designed to aid them in implementing modern horticulture practices required for orchard management. The Chief Horticulture Officer, Shopian, Horticulture Development Officer, Officers and officials of horticulture department were present.

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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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