JAMMU: Department of Lifelong Learning, University of Jammu today celebrated International Literacy day. Prof. Prakash Narayan, Head department of Continuing education and Extension, University of Delhi was the key speaker on the occasion whereas Dean Social Sciences, University of Jammu Prof. Sangeeta Gupta presided over the proceedings.  

Dr. Priyanka Sharma, Director, Department of Lifelong Learning, University of Jammu introduced the guest speaker and illustrated upon the work and contributions of the speaker in the field of literacy and adult education. Speaking on the occasion Prof. Narayan discussed about corporate social responsibility and the role of educators in the globalized world.

He focused on the role of educators in shaping social responsibility: bridging academia, community and industry gaps. He also highlighted the pivotal role of educators globally in integrating CSR, especially in bridging the gap between academia, industry and community. Prof. Narayan reflected on International CSR Education model and suggested strategies for effective collaboration in interdisciplinary research and incentivizing industry participation. 

Prof. Sangeeta Gupta, Dean Social Sciences in her remarks emphasized upon the 2024 UNESCO goals on literacy and reiterated the need to continually work upon the issue to reach the targets envisaged. She congratulated the organizers for choosing International Literacy Day to deliberate upon corporate social responsibility and role of educators in the globalized world.

Dr.Vivek Sharma, Associate Professor, Department of Lifelong Learning presented the formal Vote of thanks. Others present on the occasion were Prof. Kavita Suri, Dr. Pallavi Sachdeva and Dr. Sandeep Singh faculty members, department of lifelong learning. Ms Khushi Biloria from the DLL coordinated the proceedings whereas the program was attended by the students from the PG Departments of Psychology, Sociology, History and Masters of Rural Studies.

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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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