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

JAMMU: The Cooperative Training Institute, Srinagar, organized a programme on “Strengthening Cooperatives through Good Governance”, followed by the felicitation and certificate distribution ceremony of the Diploma in Cooperative Management (DICM) for the trainees.

The programme highlighted the critical role of good governance in strengthening the cooperative institutions. Deliberations focused on transparency, accountability, professional management, statutory compliance and active member participation as the foundation for strong and sustainable cooperatives. The speakers emphasised that good governance is essential for improving the performance and public trust in cooperative institutions.

Babila Rakwal, Commissioner Secretary, Cooperative Department, Babila Rakwal, felicitated the successful DICM trainees while distributing the diploma certificates among them. Special Secretary, Cooperative Department, Ulfat Jabeen and Principal, Cooperative Training Institute, Srinagar, Dr Khalid Hussain Malik besides others were present on the occasion.

The dignitaries congratulated the trainees for successfully completing the diploma and encouraged them to apply their knowledge in strengthening the cooperative societies through ethical and efficient practices.

The Deputy Registrars, Assistant Registrars, District Audit Officers besides Auditors, Sub Auditors and Junior Supervisors were sensitised regarding the good governance for strengthening the co-operatives. The Programme concluded with a reaffirmation of the Institute’s commitment to capacity building, modernization of cooperative education and promotion of good governance within the cooperative sector.

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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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