JAMMU: A Seminar cum Awareness program on sexual harassment policies was organised today by CASH of Government Degree College Akhnoor under the patronage of the college Principal Dr Romilla Malla Bhatt.

 The objective of the program was to sensitize students and faculty about the importance of maintaining a safe and respectful environment within the campus. The event started with a formal welcome by convener CASH Dr Monika Malhotra. She apprised the students and staff about the program, besides highlighting the challenges women and girls face at the workplace and institutions. She also talked about the importance of POSH Act to ensure their safety and to work with dignity in an environment free of harassment.

Six students Komal, Tamanna Sharma, Ritika Sharma (Sem 3rd) and Nisha Sharma, Radhika Sharma, Ritika Sharma (Sem 1st) representing different departments of the college spoke on the subject. The event was well attended by 52 participants and 15 faculty members. The program concluded with an interactive session where the participants shared their thoughts, asked questions and discussed measures to prevent harassment.

The students were encouraged to stay informed, speak up and stand together against misconduct. The Committee members Dr Shashi Sharma, Dr Deepali Mahajan, Dr.Rajiv Katoch, Dr Pinky Manhas, Prof. Anjela Qureshi, Prof. Shreya Sharma, Prof. Suresh Kumar and Dr Rimjhim also interacted with the participants. Other faculty members present on the occasion were Prof. Neeru Dalla, Dr. Anju Bala, Dr. Seema Kumari, Dr. Neha Uttam & Dr.Esha Kumari Verma.

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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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