RAJOURI: As part of the month-long Khet Bachao Abhiyan, the Department of Agriculture today organized an awareness programme at Village Bathera, Sub-Division Kalakote to promote judicious use of  fertilizers and nutrient management for sustainable agricultural development.

A large number of farmers were sensitized to the importance of soil test-based fertilizer application, integrated nutrient management and the efficient use of fertilizers to improve crop productivity while preserving soil health. The officers highlighted the adverse effects of excessive and indiscriminate use of chemical fertilizers on soil fertility, environmental sustainability and long-term agricultural productivity. Farmers were encouraged to adopt scientific and sustainable farming practices to ensure higher yields and improved farm incomes.

The programme was attended by Assistant Director Law Enforcement (ADLE) Kuldeep Singh; District Seed Certification Officer (DSCO) Nirmal Parkash; Sub-Divisional Agriculture Officer (SDAO)  Kalakote Rohit Baloria; Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) Opinder Koul and Agriculture Extension Officer (AEO) Sandeep Singh.

The officers interacted extensively with the participating farmers and addressed their queries regarding fertilizer management, soil health improvement and other modern agricultural practices. They emphasized the importance of balanced nutrient application and informed farmers about various departmental initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture.

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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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