SHOPIAN: The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Shopian Tuesday organized a special awareness programme for rural youth titled 'Canopy Management in Temperate Fruit Crops' at ITI Shopian. The event was sponsored by the Ministry of Micro, Small and medium Enterprises (MSME), Govt. of India.

The training programme witnessed the active participation of more than 70 rural youth accompanied by the scientists of the KVK Shopian and employees of Horticulture, Agriculture, NABARD and superintendent of ITI shopian. The Coordinator of the training programme, Dr Bilal Ahmad Pandit provided insights into the training programme and delivered a detailed lecture on 'Scientific interventions in Plant architecture to promote Quality Apple production.'

The scientist from AARC Pahnoo, Dr Khursheed also provide a detailed power point presentation on Post harvest Management of insect pests in temperate fruit crops. Dr Shaiq Ah.Ganai (Scientist Food Technology) gave a valuable talk on Preservation and post harvest management of fruits and vegetables. Dr Mir Shabir Ahmad, Scientist Animal science also delivered a lecture on ā€œImprove Microclimate for livestock grazing vis-Ć -vis manure and nutrient managementā€.

The aim of this awareness programme was to uplift the educated rural youth in gaining knowledge and inculcate the skill for sustainable development of Apple production.

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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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