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KATRA: The School of Civil Engineering at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) took a significant step in empowering students with practical skills by organizing a successful survey camp from 22nd -26th July, 24. This camp offered third and fourth-year Civil Engineering students the opportunity to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios, enhancing their practical skills and knowledge.

The survey camp was meticulously planned with Dr. Bharat Bhushan Jindal leading as the Coordinator, Dr. Vaibhav Sapkal as the Faculty-in-Charge, and Mr. Gautam Narula as the Co-coordinator. The camp provided practical training in fly leveling, traversing the Administrative Block, measuring the area of the SMVDU stadium, and contouring the enchanting green ground with cutting-edge equipment like Auto Level and Total Station.

This hands-on experience enabled students to comprehend the complexities of surveying and its real-world applications. The camp culminated in an engaging session between the students and the Dean of Academic Affairs, Prof. Balbir Singh, and the Head of SoCE, Dr. V.K. Dogra. Prof. Balbir Singh commended the students' enthusiasm and the camp's role in enhancing their skill set.

Likewise, Dr. V.K. Dogra lauded the organizing team and students for the camp's success. Dr. Jindal highly praised the unwavering dedication of Lab Assistants Mr. Luv Sharma and Mr. Shivang Gupta, who provided invaluable support to the students in all their activities. SMVDU's unwavering dedication to holistic education is unmistakable through its proactive initiatives. By orchestrating survey camps, the university equips students to emerge as proficient professionals, adept at addressing real-world challenges with assurance. The institution's emphasis on practical learning harmonizes with its ambition to nurture adept and capable graduates poised to make substantial contributions to society.

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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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