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SRINAGAR: A training programme on the National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) was organized by the Chief Agriculture Officer, Srinagar, in collaboration with the Central Integrated Pest Management Centre (CIPMC), Srinagar, at the Meeting Hall of the Directorate of Agriculture, Lal Mandi, Srinagar.

 The programme was aimed at strengthening the technical knowledge and practical skills of field officials involved in pest surveillance and management. Field officials of the Agriculture Department from District Srinagar participated in the programme.  The training focused on the importance of systematic pest surveillance, timely data reporting, and the use of modern tools for effective pest management under the NPSS.

Dr. Haroon Rashid Hakla, Assistant Plant Protection Officer, CIPMC Srinagar, DPPQ&S, Faridabad, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer's Welfare, conducted the hands-on training session. He demonstrated practical methods of pest identification, surveillance techniques, and digital data entry under the NPSS platform, emphasizing its role in early warning and advisory services.

The programme was held in the presence of Syed Gulzar Ahmad Shah, District Agriculture Officer (Extension)/District Nodal Officer NPSS, Srinagar, who highlighted the role of trained field staff in protecting crops and supporting farmers. 

The programme concluded with active interaction, and participants appreciated the practical orientation of the training, which is expected to improve pest surveillance and crop protection efforts in the district.

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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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