In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

KATRA: SMVDU Students presented a research paper at the International Conference on Advances in CivilEngineering and Sustainability held at Sharda University, Greater Noida. Mr. Durgesh Kumar and Mr. Deepesh Kumar students from the 3rd year B.Tech, School of Civil Engineering(SoCE) of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), showcased their work at theInternational Conference on Advances in Civil Engineering and Sustainability held at ShardaUniversity, Greater Noida.

The conference brought together scholars and experts from leading national and international institutions, including IITs, IISc, and NITs. Mr. Durgesh Kumar presented a paper titled ā€œAssessment of hybrid treatment system for sustainable Grey Water reuse,ā€ co-authored with Mr. Sunish Kumar Singh. Simultaneously, Mr. Deepesh Kumar presented his paper titled ā€œReason impact and method of dampness on Residential Building in Urban Areaā€, co-authored with Mr. Amit Kumar.

Both research papers were completed under the guidance of Dr. Rahul Sharma, Assistant professor, SoCE and Dr. Vaibhav Sapkal, Assistant Professor, SoCE. The researchreceived widespread appreciation from academicians, industry experts, and internationaldelegates for its originality, relevance, and strong practical applicability. Moreover, Mr.Deepesh Kumar received the best paper award in the conference.

The conference offered thestudents a valuable platform to engage with international researchers, share ideas, and explorethe latest developments shaping modern engineering and technological innovation. The ViceChancellor, Prof. Pragati Kumar, and the Head of SoCE, Dr. V. K. Dogra, along with facultymembers, congratulated the students and their supervisor for their commendableachievement. Their success underscores SMVDU’s commitment to fostering academicexcellence.

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). ā€œHis article, ā€˜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.ā€.  Read the message here
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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