JAMMU: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu under the leadership of Prof. B.S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu inaugurated a unique trekking-based Management Development Programme (MDP) for National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC’s) dynamic young leaders at the Prahalad Classroom on 04th Feb 2025. This leadership training program, conducted from Feb 3rd to Feb 5th, 2025, is designed to enhance leadership skills through experiential learning in the picturesque lower Himalayas. The program features seven carefully curated sessions aimed at fostering personal and professional growth.

The inauguration commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, graced by Dr.Ateeque Shaikh, Chairperson, Executive Education and Consultancy (EE &C), IIM Jammu, Dr. Yashoda Devi, Program Director, and Dr. Prakrit Silal, Program Director, IIM Jammu. During the inaugural session, participants introduced themselves and shared their reflections on the trekking experience, highlighting key takeaways on resilience, teamwork, and leadership in challenging environments.

Dr. Ateeque Shaikh, Chairperson, EE&C, IIM Jammu, welcomed everyone and highlighted the institute’s rapid growth, driven by excellence in academics, research, and executive education. He outlined key programs, including the MBA in Hospital Administration & Healthcare Management with AIIMS Jammu, IPM, and the Dual Degree Program with IIT Jammu. Emphasizing IIM Jammu’s world-class infrastructure and expanding initiatives, he stressed the importance of feedback for continuous improvement and encouraged attendees to embrace the institute as their own.

Dr. Yashoda Devi, Program Chair, IIM Jammu delivered the welcome address, outlining the program’s objectives and its alignment with NTPC’s leadership vision. The inaugural event concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Prakrit Silal, Program Chair, IIM Jammu.

The program includes field-based experiential learning activities such as trekking in the Himalayas, empowering leadership, team building, sustainability and good governance, conflict resolution, negotiating solutions, intrapreneurship skills, strategic thinking, mastering communication for leadership, and digital transformation. Through initiatives like these, IIM Jammu reaffirms its role in shaping future-ready leaders who can make meaningful contributions to society and industry.

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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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