KATRA: Cadet Saher Sharma of the Air Wing, 1 Jammu & Kashmir Air Squadron NCC, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), has brought laurels to the university by being awarded the prestigious Medal of Excellence for her exceptional performance and dedication. The honour was conferred by Major General Anupinder Bevli, VSM, Additional Director General (ADG), Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh Directorate, during an official ceremony organized by the NCC Directorate.

Cadet Saher Sharma was selected for this distinguished award in recognition of her excellent and commendable performance at the National Integration Camp (NIC). Throughout the camp, she displayed outstanding discipline, leadership qualities, teamwork, and a strong sense of national unity, which set her apart among cadets from across the country.The National Integration Camp aims to foster unity, cultural understanding, and brotherhood among youth belonging to different states and regions of India.

Cadet Saher Sharma actively participated in various activities conducted during the camp and demonstrated exemplary conduct, commitment, and enthusiasm, earning appreciation from senior officers and instructors.  This remarkable achievement is a moment of immense pride for Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, the NCC unit, and the entire region.

It highlights the university’s consistent efforts in encouraging students to actively participate in NCC activities and develop qualities such as discipline, leadership, patriotism, and social responsibility.On this proud achievement, Prof. Pragati Kumar, Vice Chancellor, SMVDU, and Sh. Ajay Kumar Sharma, Registrar, SMVDU, extended their heartfelt congratulations to the NCC cadet and conveyed their best wishes for her continued success in future endeavors. Ms. Kirti, NCC Incharge (Air Wing), also congratulated Cadet Saher Sharma for bringing laurels to the University and encouraged her to continue striving for excellence in all her pursuits.

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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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