KATRA: Bachelor of Design students from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) Katra, Today visited the Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) Delhi as part of an Educational Visit aimed at imparting industry exposure to Students of Bachelor of Design.

The visit was organized under the guidance of Prof.Pragati Kumar, Vice-Chancellor, SMVDU, and was coordinated by Prof.AnkushAnand, Coordinator, B.Design Program at SMVDU. During the visit, the students explored cutting-edge Packaging Technologies and Sustainable practices, gaining valuable insights into the real-world applications of their classroom learning. It is worth to mention here that SMVDU started B.Design Program, Last Year.

The Team B.Design  also had interactive sessions with Research and Development Experts of IIP Delhi and some industry experts, which broadened their understanding of current trends and innovations in Design and Development of Packaging products and Processes. Prof.AnkushAnand, Coordinator B.Design Program, SMVDU emphasized the importance of such industry-academia linkages in preparing students for professional challenges.

Prof.Pragati Kumar, Vice Chancellor,  SMVDU lauded the initiative, encouraging students to actively engage with industry practices to enrich their academic experience through Design and called upon students to take up some projects based on real life Design problems and their solutions. The visit served as a major step toward bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application for budding designers at SMVDU.

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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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