JAMMU: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu under the leadership of Prof. B.S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu inaugurated a unique trekking-based Management Development Programme (MDP) for NTPC’s dynamic young leaders (Batch-IV) at the Prahalad Classroom on 04th March 2025. This leadership training program, conducted from 03rd March to 05th March 2025, is designed to enhance leadership skills through experiential learning in the picturesque lower Himalayas. The program features seven carefully curated sessions aimed at fostering personal and professional growth.  The batch featured 54 Participants from the different parts of the country.

The inaugural ceremony was graced by Dr. Ateeque Shaikh, Chairperson, Executive Education and Consultancy (EE &C), IIM Jammu, Dr. V. Raj Kumar, Program Director, Dr. Vinod.C.Durge, Program Director, IIM Jammu Program Director, IIM Jammu.

Dr. Ateeque Shaikh, Chairperson, Executive Education and Consultancy (EE &C), IIM Jammu, highlighted the division’s role in delivering high-impact training for professionals, government officials, and industry leaders. He emphasized its focus on skill enhancement, leadership development, and industry-academia collaboration through partnerships with NTPC, the Government of J&K, and PSUs, reaffirming EE&C’s rapid growth in line with IIM Jammu’s global vision for executive education and consultancy.

Dr. Vinod.C.Durge, Program Director, IIM Jammu welcomed everyone and provided an overview of the program, briefing about the upcoming sessions and expressing his anticipation for an interactive and engaging discussion. He extended his warm wishes to all the participants, stating that the journey ahead is both promising and make best use of this training program.

Dr. V. Raj Kumar, Program Director, IIM Jammu, emphasized the institute’s commitment to transformative learning, reflecting its motto of "knowledge that liberates." He concluded the session with a vote of thanks followed by the national anthem.

The program includes field-based experiential learning activities such as trekking in the Himalayas, empowering leadership, team building, sustainability and good governance, conflict resolution, negotiating solutions, intrapreneurship skills, strategic thinking, mastering communication for leadership, and digital transformation. Through initiatives like these, IIM Jammu reaffirms its role in shaping future-ready leaders who can make meaningful contributions to society and industry.

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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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