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

JAMMU: The Department of Mathematics, Central University of Jammu, is organising a five-day Faculty Development Program (FDP) titled “Mathematical Computations and Applications” from December 1 to December 5, 2025 via online mode. The program aimed to enhance the research and computational skills of faculty members, researchers, and advanced learners by introducing them to modern mathematical tools, techniques, and software used in scientific investigations and real-world applications.

Almost 140 participants involving Faculty members, Research scholars, students from the various IITs, NITs, Universities and Colleges across the country participated. The inaugural session commenced with the welcome remarks by the Convener, Prof. Kamlesh Kumar Head of the Department. He expressed his gratitude to Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. Sanjeev Jain for giving the opportunity to organise this FDP. Prof. Kumar expressed his gratitude to the Chairperson, Prof. Uday Pratap Singh and Patron, Prof. Vinay Kumar of the FDP. He highlighted that the FDP is designed for the Mathematical Computations and its Applications in different areas of Mathematics and Statistics, Computer Science Engineering etc.and it is relevant to research work and academic needs.

Following the inaugural address, Dr. Km. Deepa, member of the organizing team, formally initiated the sessions. He welcomed the distinguished speakers including Prof. Madhu Jain, Department of Mathematics, IIT Roorkee. Prof. Jain delivered an insightful lecture on “Applied Stochastic Modelling and Optimal Design Policy for Fault Tolerant Systems”

The second session began with Dr. Sulekha Rani welcoming the next resource person, Prof. C. K. Jaggi, Senior Professor, Department of Operational Research, University of Delhi and discussed “A Data-driven Framework for Optimizing Humanitarian and Retail Supply Chains through Sustainable Models”. The inauguration ceremony was concluded with the vote of thanks.

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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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