KULGAM: A meeting of the District Level Task Force Committee of the Jammu & Kashmir Khadi and Village Industries Board (KVIB), Kulgam, under JKREGP scheme was held today under the chairmanship of the Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Kulgam, Altaf Ahmad Khan.

During the meeting, a total of 41 cases received under the Jammu & Kashmir Rural Employment Generation Programme (JKREP) were placed before the committee for consideration. After detailed scrutiny and deliberations, 38 cases were approved, involving a total project cost of ā‚¹3.07 crore and a proposed Margin Money assistance of ā‚¹1.745 crore.

The approved projects are expected to generate substantial self-employment opportunities and contribute towards the economic upliftment of rural youth and aspiring entrepreneurs in the district. The committee deferred two cases for submission of additional documents and clarification of certain deficiencies, while one case was rejected for being absent.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chairperson emphasized the importance of self-employment schemes in promoting entrepreneurship and sustainable livelihood opportunities. He urged the concerned stakeholders to ensure timely implementation of the approved projects so that the intended benefits reach the beneficiaries without delay. Officials from various line departments including LDM, Cluster Head, Director JKBRSETI and other representatives of financial institutions, and District officer of KVIB attended the meeting and participated in the deliberations.

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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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