In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

JAMMU: In line with the visionary leadership of the  Vice-Chancellor, University of Jammu, Prof. Umesh Rai, aimed at fostering student excellence in competitive examinations, the Department of Lifelong Learning (DLL) today inaugurated its coaching classes for the upcoming JKSET Examination 2024. The primary objective of this initiative is to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully clear the JKSET exam, thereby increasing the pool of qualified candidates eligible for Assistant Professor positions in the higher education sector. 

The month-long coaching program was inaugurated by Dr. Priyanka Sharma, Director  DLL. In her welcome address to the students, Dr. Sharma emphasized the department’s  role within the University, as it offers coaching for a range of competitive exams such as NET, SLET, Banking, KAS, and IAS. She also lauded the efforts of Dr. Vivek Sharma, Associate Professor and Coordinator of the program, for this initiative. 

Addressing the students, Dr. Kavita Suri, Professor and former Director of DLL, highlighted the department’s success in helping many students become bureaucrats, educators in higher education, and professionals in fields such as banking, through its coaching programs. 

DLL faculty members Dr. Pallavi Sachdeva and Dr. Sandeep Singh were present at the event. Prof Sanjeev Gupta and Dr. Rakesh Atri interacted with the students, providing them with valuable insights and strategies for cracking the JKSET/NET/JRF examinations. 

Dr. Vivek Sharma conducted the proceedings and also delivered the formal vote of thanks. He also motivated the students to focus on thorough preparation to achieve success in competitive exams and also shared tips for cracking JKSET examination.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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