JAMMU: Member of Parliament, Sat Sharma and MLA Nagrota, Devyani Rana today visited the departmental stalls installed by the Department of Horticulture at Baba Kailakh Nath Mandir, Thathar, during two days awareness programme bring organized for farmers and the general public.

The Chief Horticulture Officer Jammu R Kotwal and Chief Canning Instructor Sanjeev Kumar Karlupia, Horticulture Development Officer Bhalwal Ravinder Kumar along with the field staff of the department were present on the occasion.

The department disseminated information regarding various horticulture schemes and subsidies available to farmers. They were briefed about key horticulture initiatives including high-density fruit plantation, area expansion under fruit crops, rejuvenation of old and unproductive orchards, establishment of fruit nurseries, others schemes like HADP, JKCIP, MIDH, CSS and post-harvest management practices such as grading, packaging, and value addition.

A large number of farmers and local residents visited the stalls and showed keen interest in availing benefits under different schemes and components. The dignitaries appreciated the efforts of the department in creating awareness among the farming community and emphasized the importance of adopting modern horticulture practices to enhance productivity and income.

The Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) also installed a two-day Book Exhibition at the Kisan Mela. JKAACL showcased its rich collection of Academy publications and journals, which received wide appreciation from the public as well as the visiting dignitaries.

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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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