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KISHTWAR: A meeting was held under the chairmanship of the  Phulail Singh, Assistant Commissioner Development Kishtwar  who is also holding the charge of  Project Manager, Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP) Kishtwar, at the Panchayat Ghar in Affani, to discuss the preparation of plans under the production system and livelihood component.

The meeting was attended by employees of the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), Self help groups, members of the Watershed Committees, and local residents. The objective of the meeting was to involve the community in the planning process and ensure that their needs and aspirations are taken into account.

During the meeting, the Project Manager emphasized the importance of community participation through Self help groups in the successful implementation of the programme. The NRLM employees presented an overview of the production system and livelihood component, and the Watershed Committees shared their experiences and suggestions.

The locals actively participated in the discussion, sharing their ideas and concerns regarding the plan. The meeting concluded with a consensus on the way forward, and the Project Manager assured the community that their inputs would be incorporated into the plan. The meeting was hailed as a success, and it is expected that the collaborative effort will lead to the development of a comprehensive plan that addresses the livelihood needs of the community.

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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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