RAJOURI: Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU) today celebrated Engineers’ Day with great fervor and enthusiasm to pay tribute to the legendary engineer and Bharat Ratna awardee, Sir M. Visvesvaraya on his birth anniversary. On the occasion, a series of events were organized by the Department of Civil Engineering, including interactive sessions, lectures and discussions highlighting the contribution of engineers in nation-building and technological advancement.

Registrar BGSBU Abhishek Sharma also joined the celebrations and delivered a special lecture to the 7th semester Civil Engineering students, wherein he shared insights on professional ethics, innovation in engineering, and the importance of adopting modern practices to address contemporary challenges. The Registrar encouraged the students to imbibe the spirit of dedication, creativity and problem-solving, which define the engineering profession. He stressed upon the role of young engineers in contributing to sustainable development and transforming society through innovation.

The faculty members appreciated the Registrar’s interaction with students, noting that such initiatives serve as a motivation for budding engineers to excel academically and professionally. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Er. Vaseem Ahmed, HOD, Civil Engineering. He expressed gratitude to all participants and reiterated the university’s commitment to nurturing competent and socially responsible engineers.

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
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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