KATRA: The NCC cadets of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) participated in the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB-II) Camp held at Udaipur, Rajasthan, where they represented the university with distinction. Three cadets—Cadet Vansh Parihar, Cadet Avantika Gupta, and Cadet Arshia Anand—actively took part in various academic, cultural, and sports activities during the camp.

Throughout the camp, the cadets showcased confidence, discipline, and teamwork by participating in cultural programmes, extempore speeches, debates, and multiple sports events. A special cultural exchange activity was organised in which traditional food was prepared and shared with cadets from other NCC directorates, fostering mutual bonding and appreciation of India’s rich cultural diversity.

The cadets also actively participated in sports events such as tug of war, volleyball, and kho-kho, promoting physical fitness and sportsmanship.The SMVDU cadets delivered commendable performances and brought laurels to the university. Cadet Vansh Parihar secured third position in debate, second position in tug of war, and was awarded a certificate for anchoring. Cadet Arshia Anand achieved second position in volleyball and first position in group dance, while Cadet Avantika Gupta also secured first position in group dance.

In addition to competitive events, the cadets visited prominent cultural and heritage sites in and around Udaipur, gaining valuable insights into the historical, cultural, and spiritual heritage of Rajasthan. The camp proved to be an enriching and memorable experience, significantly enhancing the cadets’ leadership qualities, cultural understanding, and sense of national integration.

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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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