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

JAMMU: Jammu University Internal Complaints Committee Against Sexual Harassment (JUICCASH) initiated a series of awareness programmes on prevention of sexual harassment in Educational institutions for newly admitted students. The first lecture in this series was organised for Ist semester students of faculty of life sciences in Department of Botany. Ms Sheetal Nanda (IAS) commissioner secretary, Social welfare, Government of Jammu and Kashmir was chief guest of the function.Ms Pooja Uppal , Advocate, High Court was the resource person. 

Prof Namrata Sharma, Presiding officer, JUICCASH welcomed the guests and students and made them aware of the mandate of the committee . Ms Pooja Uppal , Advocate made the audience aware of the various provisions of laws regarding sexual harassment in Educational institutions. 

Speaking on the occasion, Ms Sheetal Nanda emphasised the rights of every individual to complain against sexual harassment.Her motivational address included her being an alumnus of Jammu University and her efforts to safeguard women against any sort of harassment.  Dr Bindu Sangra, a member of JUICCASH apprised the students about intricacies of laws for safeguarding rights of every student. 

The event was attended by Ist semester students of Departments of Botany, Zoology, Environmental sciences, and School of Biotechnology. Prof Susheel Verma, Head of Department of Botany, Professor Veenu Kaul, Dr Sikander Pal, Dr Geeta, Dr Harish, Dr Skarma, Dr Sheetal ,Dr Tarsem and other faculty members as well as all members of JUICCASH were also present. The Stage Proceedings were handled by Ms Aroosa Matto,scholar member of JUICCASH.

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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