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

BUDGAM: On the eve of ‘Gandhi Jayanti’, which is also observed as the International Day of Non-Violence, the NSS unit of Government Degree College (GDC) Khansahib today organised a seminar on the theme ‘Gandhism and the Contemporary World.’ The program began with an introductory address presented by college Principal, Dr. Nargis Bano. She highlighted various techniques adopted by Gandhiji during his struggle against colonialism and racism.

Dr. Sajad Padder, NSS Program Officer presented a paper on Gandhism and the Contemporary World. He spoke on the relevance of Gandhiji’s teachings in dealing with the modern world problems.

In his speech, he said, ‘Gandhiji’s influence transcends national boundaries. From the Dalai Lama to Nelson Mandela and Martin Luther King, all of them employed Gandhian techniques in fighting against injustice and discrimination. Non-violence is not an act of cowardice but a weapon of the strong. In the Gandhian scheme of things there is no place for violence, prejudice, hate or poverty”.

Dr. Abdul Waheed Bhat, HOD History, also threw light on Gandhian philosophy and urged the participants to read and understand Gandhi for a better tomorrow.  Two college students, Marsal Mohi-ud-Din and Mehro-ul-Nisa also spoke on non-violence and truth. The program ended with the vote of thanks presented by Prof. Waheed.

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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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