GANDERBAL: A one-day capacity building program was conducted today under the ambitious Mission YUVA (Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan) in the Conference Hall of the Mini Secretariat, Ganderbal. The program was focused on the strategic framework of Project YUVA, implementation modalities, and the roles and responsibilities of officers involved.

The program, organized by the District Employment and Counselling Centre Ganderbal in collaboration with the District Administration, brought together various officers including Additional District Development Commissioner, Mushtaq Ahmad Simnani and Additional Deputy Commissioner, Gulzar Ahmad along with AD Employment, Beenish Wani, Block Development Officers, Child Development Project Officers and experts from various sectors.

The day-long capacity building program focused on enhancing their knowledge of government schemes, financial management and marketing strategies. Subject matter experts and resource persons delivered insightful presentations on start-up incubation, business plan development, and access to credit through different government initiatives.

Speaking at the event, the ADDC emphasized the importance of entrepreneurship for local economic growth and job creation. He encouraged the youth to take full advantage of the government support available under Mission YUVA and work towards building sustainable and scalable enterprises.

The participants expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to learn from industry experts and gain practical insights into starting and growing businesses. The capacity building program concluded with an interactive Q&A session, where the participants had the chance to clarify their doubts and seek guidance on the challenges they face in their entrepreneurial journeys.

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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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