JAMMU: In a significant academic engagement aimed at fostering entrepreneurial mindset among young engineers, Dr. Sanjay Mohan, CEO, SMVDU Technology Business Incubation Centre (TBIC) delivered an invited talk during a workshop on “Design Thinking, Critical Thinking & Innovation” organized by Government College of Engineering and Technology Jammu.

Speaking on the theme “Innovation and Startup Ecosystems,” Dr. Mohan highlighted the transformative role of innovation-led entrepreneurship in strengthening the nation’s economic and social fabric. He explained how robust startup ecosystems encourage creativity, interdisciplinary collaboration, technology commercialization, and employment generation. Dr. Mohan apprised the gathering about major startup initiatives of the Government of India such as Startup India, Atal Innovation Mission, and others, underlining their contribution in building a supportive environment for emerging entrepreneurs.

He also elaborated on the recently launched Mission YUVA by the Government of Jammu & Kashmir and discussed its importance in empowering youth through financial assistance, mentoring support, skill enhancement, and enterprise creation within the Union Territory. He encouraged students to proactively leverage these schemes to convert innovative ideas into scalable ventures. Emphasizing the broader vision of nation-building,

Dr. Mohan described entrepreneurs as architects of societal transformation who not only generate employment but also address pressing social challenges through innovative and sustainable solutions. The session witnessed enthusiastic participation from faculty members and students of GCET Jammu and concluded with an engaging interaction on startup opportunities, incubation support mechanisms, and pathways for aspiring innovators. The workshop served as a meaningful platform to inspire students to integrate design thinking and critical thinking with entrepreneurial action for creating real-world impact.

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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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