JAMMU: Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, University of Jammu, Prof. Umesh Rai today released the Annual Brochure of the Department of Lifelong Learning (DLL) for the academic year 2025–26.

The brochure showcases the Department’s major achievements and initiatives undertaken during the year in the areas of lifelong learning, skill development, career counselling, coaching, research, and community outreach. A key highlight of the brochure is the Department’s unique field-based postgraduate programme, Master’s in Rural Studies (MRS), which offers extensive opportunities for research and field engagement. Notably, five students of the programme have secured employment in various agencies, reflecting its growing relevance and impact.

Congratulating the Department on the occasion, the Vice-Chancellor appreciated its commitment to community-oriented and field-based education and skill development programmes. He lauded the Department’s efforts towards empowering learners and promoting inclusive development.

The Department has also admitted the first batch of its Ph.D. programme during the academic session 2026, further strengthening its academic and research profile. Through its various units and activities, the Department equips students with practical workforce-oriented skills while addressing societal needs and contributing to human resource development.

During the academic year, the Department successfully organized a National Seminar along with several workshops and training programmes on themes related to rural development, lifelong learning, skill enhancement, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. These initiatives provided valuable platforms for academic exchange and capacity building.

Among those present on the occasion were Prof. J.P. Joorel, Dean Academic Affairs; Prof. Neelu Rohmetra, Dean Research Studies; Dr. Neeraj Sharma, Registrar, University of Jammu; Prof. Priyanka Sharma, Director, Department of Lifelong Learning; Prof. Kavita Suri; Prof. Vivek Sharma; Dr. Pallavi Sachdeva; Dr. Bharti Pathania; and Dr. Sandeep Singh, faculty members of the Department.

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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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