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REASI: District Development Commissioner Reasi, Nidhi Malik today convened a meeting at the DC Office Complex to approve the proposed Scale of Finance for Agriculture, Horticulture and allied sectors for the financial year 2026-27.

During the meeting, detailed deliberations were held on various components related to the cost of cultivation of different agricultural crops, horticultural produce, animal rearing and other allied activities. The approved Scale of Finance will serve as the basis for disbursement of Kisan Credit Card (KCC) loans by banks during FY 2026-27.

She emphasized the importance of ensuring a fair and realistic calculation of the Scale of Finance, keeping in view the inflation rate, high cost of cultivation in hilly areas and the need to promote remunerative crops for the overall development of the farming community. She stressed that farmers in Reasi must receive equitable financial support at par with those of other districts.

She also stressed close coordination among all stakeholders, including banks and agriculture and allied departments, to ensure timely and adequate flow of institutional credit to farmers. She directed the banks to accord due preference for prompt disbursal of KCC loans, particularly to farmers who are yet to be covered under the scheme.

The meeting was attended by Manager JCC Bank Reasi  Munish Kumar Sharma, Member secretary Chief Agriculture officer Reasi Harbans Singh, DDM NABARD Reasi Adarsh Gupta, Lead Bank Officer Reasi Raman Vikas, EDB Reasi Keshav.

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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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