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

BARAMULLA: Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI), Baramulla, successfully concluded two programmes, MDP XIII and MDP XIV, under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) initiative, with 50 candidates successfully completing the training. During these programmes, participants were provided comprehensive, domain-specific knowledge aimed at strengthening their entrepreneurial capabilities.

The training was facilitated by Mohammad Rafiq Mir and Sheikh Nowsheen as Trainers. The designated reviewer, Waseem Ahad, Project Manager, evaluated both programmes and interacted with the participants. He encouraged them to utilise the knowledge and skills acquired during the training and translate their learnings into sustainable entrepreneurial ventures.

With the successful completion of the two programmes, a total of 310 candidates have now been imparted training under RAMP at Baramulla, contributing towards entrepreneurship promotion and strengthening the MSME ecosystem in the district.

While concluding the programmes, District Nodal Officer Imtiyaz Ahmad Malla informed the candidates that JKEDI Baramulla will shortly commence the next batch and assured that suitable references from the current batch would be considered for inclusion in the upcoming programme. The initiative reflects JKEDI’s continued efforts towards fostering entrepreneurship, enhancing skills and creating opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs in the district.

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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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