JAMMU: A two-day workshop for science teachers of government schools commenced today at CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM), Jammu, in collaboration with the Bharti Airtel Foundation, under the flagship of the CSIR Jigyasa programme, wherein 81 science teachers drawn from districts Jammu, Samba, and Rajouri got the opportunity to acquire knowledge of high-quality science and state-of-the-art facilities here.

The workshop aims to provide science teachers with hands-on training in research labs, guided by the expert scientists. This initiative aims to provide teachers with practical research experience to better inspire students in their schools.

On this occasion, Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director, CSIR-IIIM, Jammu, encouraged the participants for their active participation in the workshop and to get themselves benefitted from such types of initiatives of IIIM under the CSIR Jigyasa Mission. Further, Dr. Ahmed told that under the CSIR Jigyasa Mission, we are trying our utmost to disseminate and make the students, teachers, and others aware of the science and technology, which is very significant in this era to mitigate the sufferings and problems of the common masses.

Mr. Anil Bhat, Regional Head, Bharti Airtel Foundation, briefed about various kinds of activities and support being provided by the foundation for schools. Er Abdul Rahim, Chief Scientist & Head RMBD & IST emphasized that Skill India Initiative is the special program that enables the teachers to upgrade their skills while they are teaching the students at school levels.

Earlier, Dr.(Mrs.) Asha Chaubey, Sr. Principal Scientist/HoD, Fermentation and Microbial Biotechnology & Nodal Scientist, Jigyasa Programme, welcomed all the teachers/participants and began the workshop with technical lectures and practical sessions. During the event various head of the divisions, scientists and others were also presented.

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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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