JAMMU: The spirit of democratic participation took center stage at the University of Jammu today during the National Voters’ Day Run. The event, a vibrant celebration of civic duty, transformed the university’s Sports Complex into a hub of energy with students, civil society members and morning walkers coming together in a shared commitment to electoral awareness.

Organized under the joint guidance of Sanjeev Verma, Chief Electoral Officer, J&K and Professor Umesh Rai, Vice-Chancellor, University of Jammu, the run was formally inaugurated by Dr. Nirupa Rai, Special Secretary J&K Election Department and Dr. Daoud Iqbal Baba, Director of the Directorate of Sports & Physical Education at the University of Jammu. They highlighted the event's powerful theme, “My India, My Vote,” stressing the imperative of every citizen making an informed and ethical choice at the ballot box.

Nearly, 200 runners participated in the event. The top three finishers in both the men’s and women’s categories were awarded for their performance, while every participant received a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of their contribution to the voter awareness cause. The seamless execution of the run was the result of meticulous coordination by a team of key officials from the Election Department and the University of Jammu.

The organizing team included Muzaffar Malik, Additional Secretary; Gurpinder Singh, Deputy Chief Electoral Officer; Salam Din Chowhan , Deputy Director, Information; Rohit Kashyap, Assistant Chief Electoral Officer; Dr. Vimal Kishore; Sh. Vikas Karlopia; Dr. Inderjeet Singh; Dr. Mahak; Harinder Pal Singh; Rishiv Sharma;. Richa Mandla; Dr. Ramesh Kumar; and Dr. Nitan Sharma.

Their collective efforts ensured a smooth and high-energy event that successfully resonated with all the attendees, powerfully reinforcing the core message of civic responsibility and the fundamental role of voting in shaping the nation’s future.

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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