• Reviews Institutional functioning, developmental activities

BANDIPORA: Director Finance/Comptroller, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Haroon Ahmad Bhat visited KVK Bandipora-1 to review the functioning and developmental activities of the institution. During the visit, Dr. Tariq Sultan briefed the Director Finance regarding the ongoing activities, institutional achievements, infrastructural facilities, and future development plans of the KVK.

The Director Finance inspected various sections of the Kendra and reviewed the overall functioning of the institution. He appreciated the efforts of the KVK administration and scientific staff in ensuring the effective implementation of university programmes and institutional activities at the district level. Dr. Tahir Saleem and other officers present during the visit also apprised the Director Finance about various technical and administrative initiatives being undertaken by the KVK.

Discussions were held on strengthening institutional infrastructure, improving administrative coordination, and enhancing the operational efficiency of the centre. During the interaction, the Director Finance emphasized the importance of institutional accountability, effective resource management, and coordinated efforts for the continued growth and development of KVK Bandipora-1. He reiterated the commitment of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir towards strengthening its extension and outreach institutions across the region.

The Director Finance also stressed the need for maintaining high standards of institutional performance, timely execution of developmental activities, and optimum utilization of available resources for achieving the objectives of the university. He appreciated the dedicated services rendered by the officers and staff of the KVK in ensuring smooth functioning of the institution.

The visiting officers held detailed deliberations on future strategies for institutional strengthening, infrastructural improvement, and enhancing coordination among different units of the university for efficient implementation of academic and extension-related programmes. The visit concluded with a review meeting wherein various administrative and developmental matters concerning the functioning of KVK Bandipora-1 were discussed in detail.

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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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