KATRA: SMVDU-TBIC, in collaboration with the Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) and the School of Mechanical Engineering, SMVDU hosted an inspiring interactive session featuring Mr. Adityajay Khajuria, a distinguished entrepreneur and global business leader. The event served as a significant platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to gain first-hand insights from an industry expert with extensive international experience. 

The session was attended by students and faculty members from various schools of the university, reflecting wide interest across disciplines. Mr. AdityajayKhajuria, the Co-Founder and Director of Ajashy Engineering Sales India and Arabian Equipment UAE, addressed the participants during the expert session. Under his leadership, these ventures have evolved into global enterprises with operations spanning India, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Thailand, delivering products and services to clients in over 30 countries.

His strategic vision and commitment to innovation have played a key role in expanding the reach of Indian engineering solutions in international markets. Hailing from Samba, Jammu & Kashmir, and currently based in Gurugram and Dubai, Mr. Khajuria addressed the gathering with an engaging talk on ā€œThe Path an Entrepreneur Should Follow.ā€ Drawing from his own journey from being a company employee to becoming a successful entrepreneur, he spoke about the key qualities needed for entrepreneurial success—vision, perseverance, adaptability, and innovation. His candid reflections and practical advice resonated deeply with the audience.

The session commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Sanjay Mohan, CEO, SMVDU-TBIC & Chief Coordinator, EDC, who emphasized the importance of industry-academia interaction in fostering an entrepreneurial mindset among students. The session concluded with a formal vote of thanks by Dr. Ankush Raina, Faculty, School of Mechanical Engineering, who expressed gratitude to the speaker and participants for their active involvement.

The event was collectively coordinated by Dr. Sanjay Mohan, CEO, SMVDU-TBIC and Dr. YatheshthAnand, Head, School of Mechanical Engineering. The coordinators also extended their gratitude to the University authorities for their continued support in organizing such impactful events.

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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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