KATRA: The week-long event Karwaan 5.0, organized at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), concluded on a vibrant and celebratory note with a grand valedictory ceremony, marking the successful culmination of a series of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. The final day featured a rich lineup of cultural performances, including robotic and ISRO-themed dances, a ā€œHuman vs AIā€ skit, folk presentations, and an engaging fashion walk reflecting students’ aspirations for the future.

The program concluded with an address by the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. Pragati Kumar, followed by a vote of thanks from the faculty coordinator, Shri Sumanta Sarathi Sharma and the distribution of medals to participants. Karwaan 5.0 stood out for its thoughtfully curated events conducted throughout the week, each designed to promote holistic development among students.

The Indoor Sports Day initiated the event, focusing on logical thinking, agility, and problem-solving through activities such as ā€œThe Code Breaker Challengeā€ and ā€œLaser Grid Escape.ā€ Students across all age groups participated enthusiastically, setting an energetic tone for the days ahead. The Outdoor Sports Day further emphasized teamwork, coordination, and physical fitness through innovative, theme-based games like ā€œSmart Grid Tic-Tac-Toe Relayā€ and ā€œMulti-Core Processor Race.ā€ The activities successfully blended fun with futuristic concepts, encouraging collaborative learning.

Art and Craft Day provided a creative platform for students to express their imagination around the theme ā€œFuture India.ā€ Activities ranged from drawing futuristic cities and robots for younger students to advanced innovation poster-making for senior classes.The event highlighted originality, artistic expression, and critical thinking. In addition, Literature Day offered opportunities for students to showcase their communication skills through poetry recitations, speeches, and cultural presentations, reflecting their vision of a progressive nation.

Overall, Karwaan 5.0 proved to be an enriching experience, fostering creativity, innovation, teamwork, and learning among students. The enthusiastic participation and seamless organization made it a memorable and impactful event for all involved. In his speech, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SMVDU, Prof. Pragati Kumar congratulated the team Vikalp for the successful culmination of Karwaan 5.0 and wished Vikalp the very best for the upcoming session. 

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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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