DODA: The Department of Rural Development & Panchayat Raj Doda organized a one-day district-level workshop focused on the convergence of the Panchayat Plan and MGNREGA at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Doda. The event was supervised by Deputy Commissioner Doda, Harvinder Singh, and aimed to enhance coordination between these key rural development initiatives to foster holistic development and achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in rural areas.

The workshop was inaugurated by Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Doda, Pran Singh, who highlighted the pivotal role of convergent Gram Panchayat Development Plans (GPDP) in promoting comprehensive rural development. Singh underscored the importance of integrating strategies to maximize the impact of developmental efforts at the grassroots level.

 Nida Rafiq, a thematic expert from the Department of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, provided an overview of the process for preparing thematic area-wise GPDPs, addressing key issues, challenges, and strategies essential for their formulation in the Union Territory. She emphasized the crucial role of line departments in facilitating the creation of integrated GPDPs that align with local developmental needs and priorities.

During the workshop, Chief Planning Officer (CPO) Doda, Manesh Kumar, presented on the integration of UT-funded schemes with GPDPs and highlighted the administrative department's role in ensuring seamless implementation and monitoring. The event was attended by various officials, including Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Manoj Kumar, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat (ACP) Musharif Haif, and other stakeholders from the district administration and line departments.

The workshop concluded with a consensus on the imperative need for collaborative efforts and synchronized planning to accelerate rural development outcomes and effectively achieve the SDGs across the region.

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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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