KISHTWAR: The District Level Task Force Committee (DLTFC) for Jammu and Kashmir Rural Employment Generation Programme (JK REGP), being implemented by the J&K Khadi & Village Industries Board, has approved 36 loan proposals to support local entrepreneurs in Kishtwar. The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by the District Development Commissioner (DDC) Rajesh Kumar Shavan.

The Committee meticulously reviewed and scrutinized the applications, eventually granting approval to 36 cases. The establishment of these units is expected to create new employment opportunities, contributing positively to Kishtwar's economic development and livelihood support for residents.

The meeting was attended by ADC Kishtwar Pawan Kotwal, JKAS; GM DIC/ACD Kishtwar Phulail Singh; LDM Kishtwar Harsh Rawal; and representatives from RSETI, JKEDI, Polytechnic, JK Bank Cluster Office Kishtwar, led by Rajnesh Bhandari, as well as delegates from ITI Kishtwar and other stakeholders. This initiative under JK REGP represents a proactive approach towards fostering rural employment in 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.

— Team JK Monitor

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