SAMBA: The District Administration of Samba, in collaboration with the Agriculture Production and Farmers Welfare Department, has launched a significant initiative to address a longstanding issue for farmers in the region. For the first time since 1999, approximately 500 Kanal (62.5 acres) land beyond the fence are being cultivated during the Kharif 2024 season.

The initiative focuses on pulse cultivation in the border villages of Chalyari Khurd, Chalyari Kalan, Sayal, and Chachwal in the Rajpura Block of District Samba. As part of this project, the Department of Agriculture Production and Farmers Welfare (FW) Samba has distributed 5 quintals of Walab-1 Mash Variety seeds to the farmers having land beyond the Border fence.

This collaborative effort among the District Administration and the Agriculture Production and FW Samba has brought new hope to the farmers in these border areas. The initiative aims to increase their income by bringing previously uncultivated land into productive use.

 Chief Agriculture Officer Madan Gopal Singh, along with officers from the Army, Agriculture Extension Officers, and PRI members, were present to support the farmers during this pivotal moment.

The initiative is a testament to the commitment of the District Administration and the Agriculture Department for improving the livelihoods of farmers in the border areas, demonstrating a significant step towards agricultural development and self-sufficiency.

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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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