JAMMU: To celebrate India’s rich cultural heritage and the spirit of unity in diversity, the Department of Culture, through the J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL), organized a colourful classical and folk dance rvening titled “Desh Ke Rang, Nritya Ke Sang” at Abhinav Theatre, Jammu.

Speaking on the occasion, Principal Secretary, Culture, B. M. Sharma, said that the programme was conceptualized to present a vibrant mosaic of India’s diverse dance traditions by bringing together renowned and emerging artists representing various classical and folk dance forms from different regions of the country.

The cultural evening featured a captivating series of performances, including Vande Mataram (Aanya Sumit Verma), Kavi Varshini. S, Bharatanatyam, J. Surmala, Manipuri, Khajoor Singh and Party, Geetru (Jammu Folk), Mudasir Maqbool and Party, Bachnagma (Kashmir Folk), Priyanka Maurya Kathak and Raminder Khurana, Odissi. The performances enthralled the audience with their grace, rhythm and expressive artistry, leaving a lasting impression on the spectators. The performance of Ramonder Khurana was highly applauded by the audience.

Through this event, JKAACL reaffirmed its commitment towards preserving and promoting traditional art forms, strengthening cultural harmony and providing a vibrant platform for the artists to showcase their talent.

The event was graced by Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor, Dr. Mandeep K. Bhandari; Commissioner Secretary, Science and Technology, Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhury; IGP Bhim Sen Tuti besides senior officers from the IFS and other services.

A large gathering of art lovers, cultural enthusiasts, members of the general public and inmates of Old-age Home,  Amphalla, were the special invitees, who witnessed the program with enthusiasm and  appreciated the cultural extravaganza.

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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.

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