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

SRINAGAR: Sher-e- Kashmir University of agricultural sciences and Technology Kashmir got Empowering youth for Undertaking value added Innovative Translational Research Centre (E-YUVA Centre) from Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council Government of India.

The proposal was submitted by SKUAST-K Innovation, Incubation & Entrepreneurship Centre (SKIIE Centre) few months before and after thorough screening and pitching round by Chief Executive Officer/Head, the BIRAC Panel committee members sanctioned the E-YUVA Centre. SKUAST Kashmir becomes 3rd SAU across nation to secure this centre for taking the mission to motivate and empower young minds for undertaking value added Innovative Translational Research Centre.

The scheme provides funding support through fellowship and research grant, technical and business mentoring, exposure to bio-incubation model, orientation to entrepreneurial culture etc. to students at various levels including undergraduates, post-graduates and post-doctoral.

 The Innovation Fellowship proposals can be submitted in any domain including Agriculture, Secondary agriculture, Waste Management, Sanitation, Clean Energy, Healthcare, Life sciences, Diagnostics, Medical Devices, Drugs, Vaccines, Drug Formulations and delivery systems, Industrial Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, and Artificial Intelligence/IoT/ Automation with application in any of these areas.

Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-K, Prof Nazir Ahmad Ganai congratulated the team of SKUAST-K Innovation, Incubation & Entrepreneurship centre and associated faculty members for a commendable achievement to take the SKUAST-K Innovational legacy to next level by establishment E-YUVA Centre. He stated that this is more of a new responsibility for all than an achievement so as to deliver and fulfil all the objectives of the programme in consultation with BIRAC GoI.

 Prof Ganai said that this centre will take our mission forward in translating the commercially viable research and supporting the young minds across Jammu and Kashmir to pave a way to be a key stakeholder in Viksit J&K.

In a statement, Principal investigator and CEO SKIIE Centre stated that this E-YUVA Centre will provide an opportunity to thousands of researchers, scholars to translate their innovative research idea into a viable business opportunity to earn while learn and will bring a positive and effective change in the start-up ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir.

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
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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