JAMMU:: In a moment of great pride and recognition, the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir and Chancellor, University of Jammu, shri Manoj Sinha, who graced the National Hackathon “Innovathon 1.0” as the Chief Guest, appreciated the hard work, innovation, and outstanding efforts of the students of Bhaderwah Campus for their remarkable performance at the national platform.

SIIEDC, University of Jammu organized two days National Hackathon "Innovathon 1.0" under the Patronship of Prof. Umesh Rai, Vice Chancellor University of Jammu. Prof. Alka Sharma and Dr. Jatinder Manhas coordinated the whole event along with other faculty members and scholars from Jammu University and Bhaderwah Campus.

In a remarkable display of innovation and technical excellence, the Bhaderwah Campus brought laurels to the University at the National Hackathon organized by SIIEDC, University of Jammu.

In a proud moment for the Campus, two teams from Bhaderwah qualified for the final rounds of the prestigious national-level competition, which witnessed participation from institutions across the country. Among them, the team “Tech Titans” secured the 3rd position in the highly competitive “Tech Enabled Tourism System” track.

The team’s innovative project, titled “RegionX,” focused on developing a technology-enabled tourism ecosystem aimed at enhancing regional connectivity, improving visitor experience, and promoting digital integration in the tourism sector. The solution was widely appreciated by the jury for its practicality, scalability, and potential to strengthen sustainable tourism development.

The winning team comprised BCA 4th Semester students — Shubham Katal, Zeeshan Ahmed, Azhar Mushtaq Batt, and Amit Kumar — whose creativity, teamwork, and technical expertise stood out among competing teams. Their achievement reflects the vibrant academic environment and innovation-driven culture being nurtured at Bhaderwah Campus.

Congratulating the students on their outstanding performance, Prof. Rahul Gupta, Rector, Bhaderwah Campus, expressed immense pride in their accomplishment. He stated that the success of the students at a national platform is a testimony to their hard work, dedication, and the quality mentorship provided by the faculty. Prof. Gupta emphasized that such achievements reinforce the Campus’s commitment to promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and skill-based learning aligned with national priorities. He encouraged students to continue participating in national and international competitions to further enhance the reputation of the University.

The University fraternity extended heartfelt congratulations to the students and faculty mentors for this commendable accomplishment, expressing confidence that such initiatives will continue to inspire young innovators to contribute meaningfully towards societal transformation and national progress.

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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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