KATRA: NSS unit of SMVDU, Katra organized a two days donation collection drive for the Indian association for the blind (IAB) , Madurai, Tamilnadu. IAB affirms its commitment to empower visually challenged people to become self-reliant by providing comprehensive rehabilitation, education and employment opportunities.

IAB has a special focus on the socio economically disadvantaged visually challenged children and adults, particularly those from rural areas. NSS SMVDU volunteers collected donations by selling badges/flags sent by the organization. University students, staff and faculty members actively participated in the drive and donated for the noble cause.

The collection drive was organized for three days and volunteers collected Rs. 15000/- from the drive and donated the same to IAB. The event was led by volunteer Tanushka Pandotra. NSS coordinator Dr. Rajiv Kumar and co-coordinator Dr. Kamaldeep appreciated the efforts of volunteers in organizing the drive. Vice Chancellor Prof. Pragati Kumar also appreciated the noble initiative by the NSS team. 

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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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