KHOUR (JAMMU): Akhil Bharatiya Rashtriya Shaikshik Mahasangh (ABRSM), District Jammu, today observed Kartavya Bodh Diwas at the Zonal Headquarters, Khour (Jammu), with active participation of teachers and office bearers from various zones.

The programme was held under the Presidentship of District President Sh. Pawan Sharma and was organised by District General Secretary Sh. Ved Sharma. The event was graced by the presence of Prant General Secretary Sh. Gulshan Raina, Prant Joint Secretary Sh. Rahul Sharma, and Prant Executive Member Sh. Rakesh Sharma.

The Chief Spokesperson of the programme, Dr. Vikrant Ji, Prant Seh Sangh Chaalak, Jammu & Kashmir, elaborated on the ideological essence of Kartavya Bodh Diwas. He stated that the observance of this day is not merely ceremonial but serves as a constant reminder of Rashtra Kartavya (national duty) and Samajik Dayitva (social responsibility).

He emphasized that teachers are the foremost architects of a strong, disciplined, and self-reliant nation and hold a sacred responsibility in shaping the character, conduct, and conscience of future generations. He called upon the teaching fraternity to inculcate values of Deshbhakti, discipline, moral integrity, cultural consciousness, and social harmony among students, thereby awakening Rashtriya Chetna (national consciousness) in society and strengthening the foundations of a value-based education system.

Prominent District Body members present included: Sh. Naresh Singh and Sh. Rajinder Singh (Senior Vice Presidents), Sh. Tarsem Lal (Vice President), Sh. Bali Ram (Additional General Secretary),  Members Sh.  Principal Hr. Sec. Pargwal Sh. Roshan Lal also attended the programme. Members from Zone Jourian, Zone Chowki Choura, and Zone Akhnoor also participated actively, along with a large number of teachers. The programme concluded with a collective resolve to discharge professional duties with dedication, integrity, and unwavering commitment towards nation-building.

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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.

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