KISHTWAR: The Career Counselling and Guidance Cell, in collaboration with the Department of Sociology, organized a highly impactful Mega Scholarship and Career Counselling Event at Government Degree College (GDC), Kishtwar for 12th pass-out and graduate students. The event was held in association with the BGGI Group and under the patronage and able guidance of the college Principal Prof. Basharat Iqbal. The session was convened and coordinated by Prof. Asma Javaid, who also delivered the welcome address.

The event covered a range of crucial topics concerning students, including Admission guidance for study abroad programs and scholarship schemes, financial assistance for meritorious students, career opportunities after graduation, Postgraduate admissions across various universities, Prospects in management courses.  Adnan Shabir, CEO of BGGI Group and Basharat Bin Shamas served as the key resource persons, providing expert insights into academic and career planning.

Principal GDC Kishtwar and Chief Guest of the event, Prof. Basharat Iqbal, addressed the students and commended the organizing team for their dedication to supporting students in their career development. The event saw enthusiastic participation from over 250 students representing local schools and the host college. Faculty members including Prof. Waseem Rasheed, Dr. Usman, Prof. Ashfaq Ahmed Wani, Prof. Sanjay Rakwal, Dr. Shazia Tabassum, Prof. Sanjay, Dr. Hasan Jaleel, Dr. Arshad, and Prof. Burhan Saqid were also in attendance and actively contributed to the program.

The event concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Prof. Sonika Sen, Head of the Department of Sociology. A token of appreciation was also presented to the Chief Guest. This successful initiative provided a valuable platform for students to explore academic opportunities and career pathways with the support of seasoned professionals.

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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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