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

KATRA: One-week-long entrepreneurial skill development programme inaugurated at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University. During the inaugural function, Chief Guest Shri. Sat Pal Abrol, Director of Palawan’s group, J&K, emphasized the consistency of work and quality orientation for the success of a startup venture. He mentioned that for the success of business, honesty is the foremost requirement as it helps to maintain the brand in the market.

On the other hand, Professor Javir Ali, IIM Jammu, highlights the significance of startup ecosystems and entrepreneurial competencies in the success of any entrepreneur. During the function, Professor. Ashutosh Vashishtha, Dean of the Faculty of Management, explained the role of a business incubation centre and dynamic business environment. Earlier, program coordinator Professor Supran Kumar Sharma explained the different activities to be conducted during this week-long program, including case study analysis, interaction with successful entrepreneurs, factory visits, role plays, etc.

In this program everyday four sessions will be conducted by experts from industry as well as academia. The program is focused on inculcating entrepreneurial skills amongst students of different streams, including BBA, MBA, B.Tech., etc. This program is being conducted with a financial grant under the PM-USHA scheme. Professor (Dr.) Pragati Kumar, Vice-Chancellor SMVDU, conveyed his best wishes to the participants for better learning and honing their skills in the different domains of startup and entrepreneurship.  Dr. Sunanda, Head SoCSE, SMVDU, offered a vote of thanks. Dr. Sanjay Mohan, CEO of TBIC SMVDU, gave a brief on the different activities of TBIC SMVDU.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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