JAMMU: The SCALE initiative (Student Connect for Academic Leverage and Excellence) organised by the Higher Education Department Jammu and Kashmir was conducted today at PSPS Government College for Women, Gandhinagar. The event marks a key milestone in the phased implementation of the programme, which was attended by students and faculty.

The event commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp. Principal, Dr Kulvinder Kour formally welcomed the gathering. Director Colleges, Higher Education Department, Dr Sheikh Aijaz Bashir, was the chief guest on the occasion and encouraged students and faculty to raise the bar of academic excellence.

He elaborated on the objectives of the SCALE initiative and the key provisions of the National Education Policy (NEP). These included the Mentor–Mentee Scheme, Academic Bank of Credits, academic flexibility and multiple entry and exit options.

The programme was conducted under the convenership of Dr Rabia Javed. It aimed to reinforce student empowerment, academic flexibility and the effective implementation of NEP reforms.

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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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