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REASI: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Reasi Nidhi Malik today chaired the District Level Review Committee (DLRC)-cum-District Consultative Committee (DCC) meeting in the VC Room, DC Office Complex to review the performance of banks for the quarter ending June 2025. A detailed discussion was held on sector-wise lending in priority and non-priority sectors, bank-wise position of deposits and advances, and the progress of various financial inclusion schemes in the district.

While reviewing the Credit Deposit (CD) Ratio, the DDC appreciated the improvement made as compared to the previous quarter. She, however, directed the banks with low CD ratios to take corrective measures and improve their performance in the upcoming quarter. The DDC emphasised that the flow of credit to priority sectors such as agriculture, renewable energy, housing and allied activities must be further enhanced to promote inclusive growth.

In terms of financial inclusion, the DDC directed all banks to submit weekly progress reports to the Lead District Manager (LDM), who will also conduct weekly reviews. She called for launching an intensive campaign at the Gram Panchayat level, with specific targets set for the next six months to ensure a net increase in financial inclusion. The DDC stressed the need for better coordination between banks and line departments to resolve grievances, ensure timely case processing and extend maximum benefits to the public.

Highlighting the need to improve banking access in remote areas, the DDC asked banks to explore possibilities for opening new bank branches in far-flung areas such as Jij Bagli, Thakrakote and Gulabgarh. She also directed that ATM facilities and Business Correspondents be made regularly available in these areas. The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer Narinder Kumar, representatives from RBI, NABARD, LDM Reasi Raman, DSHO, CAO and other concerned officers.

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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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