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

JAMMU: The Department of Punjabi, University of Jammu, in collaboration with the Punjabi Lekhak Sabha, Jammu, hosted "Rubroo," a special literary event to honor the acclaimed Punjabi poet, fiction writer, and filmmaker, Dr. Baljit Singh Raina. The event also marked the release of his latest novel, "Muhabbat."

The gathering was graced by several distinguished guests, with Prof. Rahul Gupta, Registrar of the University of Jammu, as the Chief Guest. The event was presided over by Amarjit Singh Grewal, a well-known Punjabi author and intellectual. Guests of Honour included Dr. Manmohan, an IPS Officer and respected poet and professor at Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, along with Sawarnjeet Singh Savi, Chairman Punjab Art Council and an accomplished artist.

Prof. Sucheta Pathania, Head, Department of Punjabi, welcomed the audience and dignitaries, highlighting the department's various academic and literary initiatives. She also acknowledged the collaborative efforts with other prominent literary organizations that made the event possible.

Dr. Harsimran Singh provided an insightful overview of "Muhabbat," Dr. Raina's novel, emphasizing its themes of love, separation, and the ideological differences between India and Pakistan. The novel also explores the impact of the 1947 partition on the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Literary figures praised Dr. Raina’s work for its deeply emotional and thought-provoking narrative.

The event concluded with a strong sense of accomplishment, celebrating Dr. Raina’s vast contributions to Punjabi literature while sparking meaningful discussions around love, identity, and the human experience. 

Prof. Baljeet Kour coordinated the event, with Dr. Harjinder Singh co-coordinating and hosting the proceedings. The event drew participation from university faculty, officers, scholars, students, and notable literary personalities from various languages, making "Rubroo" and the book release a resounding success. In his vote of thanks, Dr. Pritam Singh expressed heartfelt gratitude to the guests and participants for their valuable contributions to the promotion of Punjabi literature.

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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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