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JAMMU: Jammu and Kashmir BJP president, Sat Sharma (CA) inaugurated the largest Building Material Exhibition- BME25 at JK Resorts Marble Market, Jammu, in presence of a large number of prominent traders, builders and architects. The event had the varied latest building material products from all over the country required from foundation to finishing of any construction.

Sat Sharma (CA), while commending the initiative taken by the Architects team of Indian Institute of Architects, and others, who contributed tirelessly for successfully organising such an event of exhibition, said that Indian Institute of Architects, J&K Chapter, has been playing a major role in promoting the architectural profession in the Union territory by bringing the architects and allied business houses dealing with the construction industry on one platform.

The chapter has been organising various activities like Building Material Exhibitions (BME), Symposiums, Conferences, etc. in order to increase the awareness about the profession amongst the common masses. The Union territory of Jammu & Kashmir has a functioning Indian Institute of Architects (IIA) J&K Chapter, comprising of dedicated team, which is itself a big achievement for us.

 He said that the present team has been working relentlessly for the promotion of profession and simultaneous awareness among the masses and deserve all the appreciation. Architect Vikas Dubey, Chairman, Indian Institute of Architects (IIA), J&K Chapter, presented the welcome address for the event. He, on this occasion, shared that it is one of its kind of initiative by Indian Institute of Architects, J&K Chapter, to transform Construction Industry to reach each and every person related to the construction industry. He further told that the exhibition will continue till 6th of January 2025, having approximately 70 stalls with wide range of products. Mitsubishi air conditioner is the main sponsor of the event, he said.

The inaugural function concluded with a vote of thanks by Ar. Anil Verma, Joint Honorary Secretary, IIA J&K Chapter. Besides Ar. Vikas Dubey, Chairman, Ar. Vishal Abrol, Vice Chairman, Ar. Anil Verma Jt. Hon. Secretary, Ar. Harbinder Pal Singh, Join. Hon. Secretary, Ar. Sanjeev Mahajan Hon. Treasurer, with nine executive members and two co-opted members, also graced the occasion.

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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