JAMMU: The Postgraduate Department of Home Science, University of Jammu, today organized an orientation session for the students of M.Sc. Home Science (Human Development) III Semester, marking the commencement of their internship programme under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the University of Jammu and Mission Directorate Poshan, J&K.

The orientation session was conducted by Ms. Tanvi Gupta, Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), Satwari Project, and Ms. Madhu Verma, Supervisor. The resource persons familiarized the students with the functioning of Anganwadi Centres and the services provided under the ICDS/Saksham Anganwadi framework. They highlighted the role of Anganwadi Centres in promoting child development, nutrition, maternal health and community welfare.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Sarika Manhas, Head, Postgraduate Department of Home Science, emphasized the significance of field-based learning in enhancing students’ understanding of child development programmes and community outreach initiatives. She stated that the internship would provide valuable practical exposure and professional learning opportunities to the students.

Prof. Sarika Manhas is the Nodal Officer for the internship programme from the University of Jammu, while Ms. Malvika Sharma, Deputy Director, Mission Poshan, J&K, is the Nodal Officer from Mission Poshan, J&K.

The session witnessed enthusiastic participation from the students. Among those present on the occasion were Prof. Rajni Dhingra, Prof. Neeru Sharma, Prof. Shashi Manhas and Prof. Samridhi Arora, who encouraged the students to make the most of this experiential learning opportunity. The internship programme aims to strengthen students’ professional competencies through direct engagement with community-based child development and welfare services.

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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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