JAMMU: A group of 40 students from Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Rehari, Jammu, accompanied by the Principal and staff members, visited the Home for the Aged & Infirm (Vridh Ashram), Ambphalla, Jammu, and spent a warm and memorable time with the elderly residents.

The students interacted closely with the inmates, shared conversations and participated in bhajans, Punjabi songs and other engaging activities, creating an atmosphere of joy, affection and togetherness. The interaction brought smiles to the faces of the elderly residents and provided the students with an opportunity to learn the values of compassion, respect and care for senior citizens.

A special highlight of the programme was the musical presentation by a faculty member of the visiting school, who enthralled the inmates and the audience with soulful bhajans and melodious songs. The performance created a lively and joyful atmosphere and was warmly appreciated by everyone present.

The visiting team comprised Sh. Jyoti Parkash, Principal; Sh. Tilak Raj Shastri; Ms. Payal Mahajan; Ms. Sukriti Raina; Ms. Ritu Jandial; Sh. Komal Bhasin; Sh. Romesh Chander; Sh. Sachin Goel; Sh. Goldi Walia; and Sh. Ajay Gupta, along with 40 students.

From the Vridh Ashram, Er. Pankaj Gupta, President; Sh. Vijay Gupta, Joint Secretary; Sh. Satpal Sharma, Management Committee Member; and Dr. B.B. Sharma, Medical Officer, welcomed the visiting team.

Speaking on the occasion, Er. Pankaj Gupta, President, briefed the students and staff about the Ashram, its history, functioning and the services being provided for elderly and infirm persons. He encouraged the students to continue nurturing empathy, respect and a sense of responsibility towards senior citizens and society.

The visit was a beautiful example of intergenerational bonding, bringing together young minds and elderly residents in an atmosphere of music, conversation, affection and shared happiness.

The Management Committee of Home for the Aged & Infirm (Vridh Ashram) expressed sincere appreciation to the Principal, staff and students of Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Rehari, for their thoughtful visit, generous support and meaningful interaction with the residents.

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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.

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