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

JAMMU: In commemoration of ‘National Youth Day’, the Department of Students Welfare, University of Jammu organised a Guest Lecture on the Teachings of Swami Vivekananda by Prof. Arvind Jasrotia, Rector Kathua Campus, University of Jammu. Prof. Prakash Antahal (Dean Students Welfare), Prof. Monika Chadha (Chairperson, Campus Cultural Committee), and Prof. Sarika Manhas (Co-Chairperson, Campus Cultural Committee) were also present at the occasion, along with other dignitaries.

Prof. Jasrotia delivered enlightening insights about the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, which were zestfully grasped by the students. He very lucidly explained the learning outcomes from the teachings of a great Indian Seer whose words have the power to kindle a divine spark in our minds. He stressed on the ideas like ‘Each soul is potentially divine and the goal is to manifest the divinity within’ and the idea of ‘Unity of Existence.’

The programme was attended by members of the Campus Cultural Committee, teachers, students and scholars of the University of Jammu. The events of DSW are conceived, planned and organised by the team consisting of Prof. Prakash Antahal (Dean Students Welfare), Prof. Monika Chadha (Chairperson, Campus Cultural Committee), Prof. Sarika Manhas (Co-Chairperson, Campus Cultural Committee), Dr. Pritam Singh (Associate Dean SW), Dr. Harleen Kaur & Dr. Ripudaman Parihar (Assistant Deans, SW), Dr. Shallu Sharma & Dr. A.R. Manhas (Deputy Chief Proctors), members of Campus Cultural Committee, Ms Mansi Mantoo (Media Officer) and Sumeet Sharma (Drama Instructor). The sound was looked after by Kulbhushan Thakur and Arif Paul.

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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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