KATRA: Cadet Raman Goyal of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) successfully participated in the Jim & WS Snowboarding Camp at Gulmarg. The camp aimed to provide cadets with adventure training and promote sportsmanship, discipline, and physical fitness.

The snowboarding camp included professional training sessions where cadets were taught basic and advanced snowboarding techniques, safety measures, and mountain survival skills. Cadet Raman Goyal actively took part in all activities and displayed dedication and enthusiasm throughout the program. He expressed gratitude towards SMVDU and NCC for providing such an opportunity, stating that the experience was both thrilling and educational.

Dr. Varun Dutta, NCC Coordinator, SMVDU, appreciated the cadet’s participation and stated that such adventure activities are highly important for the overall personality development of NCC cadets. He emphasized that exposure to challenging environments helps in nurturing discipline, courage, leadership skills, and self-confidence, which are essential qualities for responsible citizens and future leaders.

Prof. Pragati Kumar, Vice Chancellor, SMVDU, and Sh. Ajay Kumar Sharma, Registrar, SMVDU, congratulated the NCC cadet for successfully completing the course and bringing recognition to the University. They lauded the efforts of the NCC unit in encouraging students to participate in such enriching and character-building activities.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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