BANDIPORA: The District Industries Centre (DIC)  Bandipora on Thursday conducted one day PM Vishvakarma Awareness programme  cum workshop at Dak Banglow Sumbal. The programme was attended SDM Sumbal, Murtaza Ahmad Sheikh; Genral Manager DIC Bandipora, Mushtaq Ahmad;  Tehsildar Sumbal, Functional Manager DIC Bandipora, Superintendent ITI Hajin, Public Representatives, Officers and officials from MC Sumbal, RDD and Bank  besides large gathering of general public and PM Vishvakarma beneficiaries.

During the programme, participants engaged in a detailed discussion with officials, who clarified their doubts. A presentation was given to explain the scheme, and multilingual pamphlets were distributed to raise awareness. Speaking on the occasion, SDM Sumbal emphasized the significance of the PM Vishwakarma Scheme and encouraged participants to register and take full advantage of the benefits. He highlighted that the scheme not only provides artisans with certifications but also offers them a new identity.

General Manager DIC Bandipora also spoke about the importance of the scheme in empowering artisans.  Superintendent ITI Hajin elaborated on the training process, which enhances the skills of beneficiaries and equips them with necessary toolkits. Interested applicants were guided through the registration process and enrolled on the spot by CSC operators. At the end of the session, SDM Sumbal along with other officers, distributed certificates to the trainees and beneficiaries. 

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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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