JAMMU: The SPARSH Committee of Government College of Education Jammu organized an awareness programme on SHe-Box (Sexual Harassment electronic Box) to sensitize students to workplace safety, gender dignity and mechanisms for reporting sexual harassment. The programme commenced with a welcome address by the Principal, Dr. Jyoti Parihar, who highlighted the importance of creating a safe, respectful and inclusive academic environment. She encouraged students to remain aware of their rights and responsibilities and emphasized the collective duty to ensure a harassment-free campus.

The session was conducted by the Resource Person, Dr. Sonam Gandotra, Head Department of ICT. She delivered an insightful presentation on SHe-Box, an initiative of the Government of India that provides a single-window online platform for lodging complaints related to sexual harassment at the workplace. She elaborated on the concept and forms of sexual harassment, including quid pro quo and hostile work environment and explained the process of filing complaints through SHe-Box. Stressing the importance of timely reporting and documentation, she conveyed the key message that silence encourages harassment.

The programme was convened by Dr. Davinder Kour, Convenor, SPARSH Committee, who ensured the smooth organization of the event. A total of 79 students actively participated in the programme and engaged meaningfully in the interactive session, reflecting their keen interest in understanding the subject.

The event was graced by the presence of senior faculty members including Dr. Rajinder Kour, Prof. Anuradha Chowdhary, Dr. Sushma Bala, Dr. Shalini Rana, Dr. Rakesh Bharti, Dr. Suraj Parkash, Prof. Roopa Kumari, Dr. Shallu Jasrotia and Prof. Deepali Devi. The programme concluded with a formal vote of thanks by Dr. Shalini Sharma, who appreciated the efforts of the organizing committee, the resource person and the participants for making the event a success. The initiative reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to fostering awareness, ensuring safety and promoting a culture of dignity and respect within the campus.

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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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