RAMBAN: Government Polytechnic College (GPC), Chanderkote, Ramban today organized a certificate distribution ceremony for the successful candidates of the three-month Skill Development Course in Data Entry Operation. The course was conducted by GPC Chanderkote and sponsored by the District Employment & Counselling Centre (DECC, under the guidance of Deputy Commissioner Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary.

Assistant Director Employment Amit Kumar was the chief guest. The Principal of the host institution Er. Vivek Mahajan expressed gratitude to DECC for selecting GPC Ramban as the training venue for this significant initiative aimed at youth empowerment. Also present were, Head of Department (Electronics & Communication) Er Pawan Kumar and Course Coordinator Er. Aabid Hussain, who played a key role in the successful execution of the program.

The course, which commenced on December 30, 2024, and concluded on March 29, 2025, trained 30 local youth in data entry operations. It was aimed at equipping unskilled youth with practical skills to enhance their employability. Each trainee also received a monthly stipend of ā‚¹1000 for three months, provided by DECC Ramban.

The ceremony was chaired by Principal   and Assistant Director Employment. In their addresses, both congratulated the trainees and emphasized the importance of skill development for self-reliance and livelihood generation.  AD Employment reaffirmed the department’s commitment to continue such initiatives for the benefit of the youth of Ramban.

The program concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by HOD Electronics and Communication Engineering. The event marked the successful culmination of a collaborative initiative between GPC Chanderkote and DECC Ramban, aimed at promoting skill-based learning and empowering the youth of the district.

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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.

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