JAMMU: Jammu & Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) marked the 76th Republic Day with great enthusiasm and fervour at its Bari Brahmana campus Jammu. Director JKEDI, Rajinder Kumar Sharma unfurled the tricolour embodying the spirit of national pride and unity. The event witnessed the presence of all staff members, Heads of different program verticals and faculty members. The staff posted at Sempora campus participated in the Republic Day function at Bakhshi Stadium, Srinagar, while the employees placed in district offices took part in the celebrations in their respective districts.

In his address, Director JKEDI extended heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the faculty, staff, trainees, interns and stakeholders of the institute. He reflected on the profound significance of the Republic Day. ā€œToday commemorates the historic moment when the Constitution of India came into effect, transforming our nation into a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic republic. Today we pledge to renew our commitment to the values enshrined in our Constitution,ā€ the Director said.

Highlighting the role of the Constitution as the cornerstone of democracy, Director JKEDI emphasized the responsibility of institutions like JKEDI in nation-building. He remarked that the principles of equality, liberty, fraternity and justice enshrined in the Constitution must guide us as a training institution committed to the pursuit of social and economic progress.

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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