SAMBA: In a significant move to foster youth entrepreneurship and self-employment, the J&K Bank, in collaboration with District Administration Samba today sanctioned 40 loan cases under the Mission YUVA Udan initiative.

Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma  handed over the loan sanction letters to the beneficiaries in the presence of   Divisional Head and General Manager, J&K Bank Sunit Kumar;  Zonal Head Sanjeev Kumar;  Cluster Head Sanjay Belowo and   Assistant Director Employment Naresh Kumar among other bank officials and branch managers.

The Deputy Commissioner handed over the sanction letters to the beneficiaries and lauded J&K Bank for facilitating speedy loan disbursement under the scheme. He emphasized the transformative role the Mission YUVA Scheme is playing in empowering the youth of the district.

Speaking on the occasion, the Divisional Head of J&K Bank encouraged the Beneficiaries to utilize the loan amount judiciously and ensure timely repayment. The Zonal Head J&K Bank proposed the vote of thanks, appreciating the proactive efforts of the District Administration and Employment Department. He reaffirmed J&K Bank’s commitment to sustaining its leadership position in youth-oriented financial inclusion. The event concluded with an interactive session between the dignitaries and the beneficiaries.

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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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