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

BHADERWAH: Government Degree College (GDC) Bhaderwah today inaugurated a two-day international conference on “Multidisciplinary Approach in Current Educational Research and Transformative Learning for Sustainable Development,” bringing together academicians, researchers, educators, students, representatives of religious organisations and members of civil society to deliberate on emerging challenges and opportunities in education and sustainable development.

The conference has been organised by the College management in collaboration with the Indian Benevolent Research Foundation (IBRF), Kolkata and CIU, New Delhi, with financial support from JKHEID and JKSTIC. The inaugural proceedings were attended by the College Principal Prof. Basharat Iqbal; ASP Vinod Kumar and Principal, Government Degree College Khilotran, besides faculty members, researchers, students and other participants.

The Conference offered a multidisciplinary platform for exchanging research findings, academic perspectives and innovative ideas on contemporary educational practices. The deliberations focused on emerging trends in educational research and the potential of transformative learning to address present-day challenges in the education sector.

The participants are also discussing multidisciplinary approaches to sustainable development, with emphasis on strengthening education as a tool for social transformation and inclusive development. A key objective of the conference was to facilitate meaningful interaction among scholars and participants from diverse academic and social backgrounds and explore practical pathways towards transformative learning and a sustainable future.

The participation of civil society and representatives from religious organisations added an important social dimension to the academic deliberations, highlighting the significance of collective efforts in addressing educational and developmental challenges. The two-day conference would witness academic sessions, presentations and discussions aimed at fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange and innovative thinking in the field of education and sustainable development.

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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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