JAMMU: Director Horticulture Jammu Gul Syed today chaired a review meeting here in the Conference Hall of the Directorate   to assess the physical and financial achievements under various developmental schemes, including CAPEX, HADP, CSS and JKCIP. The Director stressed timely implementation of developmental projects, optimum utilisation of allocated funds and effective execution of the horticulture programme.

Director Gul Syed also called for closer monitoring of ongoing works, improving service delivery, faster orchard development, nursery production, infrastructure creation. He reviewed district-wise performance, besides seeking updates on implementation challenges.

The Director instructed the officers to submit regular progress reports and ensure transparency, accountability and quality in execution of the departmental programmes. He reiterated the department's commitment to strengthening the horticulture sector and enhancing the income of fruit growers across Jammu Division. Among those present were Joint Director Salil Gupta; Deputy Director (Central)   Mukesh Sharma; all Chief Horticulture Officers of Jammu Division and others.

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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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