In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Reforms must not disrupt ongoing admissions; NCAHP norms should be uniformly implemented from next academic session: Dr. Anshu Kataria, President, FSFTI

CHANDIGARH: The Federation of Self Financing Technical Institutions (FSFTI) has filed a Writ Petition in the Supreme Court of India seeking deferment of the newly notified Regulations, Norms, Guidelines and Standards under the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) Act, 2021 for the Academic Year 2026–27.

Dr. Anshu Kataria, President, FSFTI & President, Punjab Unaided Colleges Association (PUCA) & Chairman, Aryans Group of Colleges, Rajpura Near Chandigarh said that  FSFTI has submitted that introducing major regulatory changes during an ongoing admission cycle could create uncertainty for students, institutions and universities, particularly when several States are yet to constitute their State Allied and Healthcare Councils. The Federation has sought uniform and prospective implementation of the new framework from the next academic session.

Dr Kataria asserted that FSFTI supports reforms and higher academic standards, but their implementation must be uniform, transparent and prospective. Changes during an ongoing admission cycle can adversely affect students, institutions and universities. Our petition seeks an orderly transition while safeguarding the academic interests of lakhs of students.

Kataria mentioned that allied Healthcare has emerged as one of India's fastest-growing healthcare sectors, with over 2,500 institutions offering more than 2 lakh seats annually, playing a crucial role in strengthening the country's healthcare delivery system.

Adv Amit Sharma, Vice President, FSFTI said that Federation has prayed for deferment of the newly notified NCAHP norms by one academic year and uniform implementation across all States and Union Territories. It has also sought directions to IKGPTU and MRSPTU to continue affiliations, approvals and admissions for the current session, along with comprehensive regulations on land norms, approved intake and a national student database.

Dr Rev KVK Rao, General Secretary, FSFTI stated that the 2026–27 admission cycle has already faced disruptions and delays, making regulatory certainty particularly important. The Federation has urged the Supreme Court to allow substantial changes under the NCAHP framework to take effect from the next academic session to ensure a smooth and transparent transition.

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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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