JAMMU: Government MAM College Jammu in Collaboration with Jammu & Kashmir Science, Technology and Innovation Council, Department of Science and Technology, UT J&K  today observed the Vigilance Awareness Day with the objective to promote integrity, transparency and accountability in public life.

The event was organized under the guidance of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), Government of India. The Chief Guest of the program was Registrar Cluster University   Jammu Dr Ankur Mahajan and the special guest of the event was   Assistant Director JKSTIC Shruti Khanna.

The celebration commenced with the welcome address by Prof. Varsha Kapoor. The Principal of the College Prof Archana Kaul administered the Integrity Pledge, with the participants reaffirming the collective resolve to uphold moral values and combat corruption in all spheres of life.

As part of the observance, two activities were organized including Essay Writing & Slogan writing competition highlighting the significance of vigilance and responsible citizenship.

The events reflected the theme “Our Duty, Our Dignity, Vigilance for Prosperity,” emphasizing that true prosperity can only be achieved through honesty, discipline, and a sense of moral duty.

 Vidhi Sharma (Government College of Education), Anirudh Sharma (Government MAM College Jammu) and Ridham (Government SPMR College of Commerce) were adjudged as 1st, 2nd and 3rd in essay writing competition respectively, while Soniakshi Sharma (SPMR College Jammu),   Marusha Rajput (SPMR College Jammu) and Kajal Devi (Government College of Education) were adjudged as 1st, 2nd and 3rd in Slogan Writing competition, respectively. The Jury consisted of Prof. Seema Sudan, Dr. Prem Singh and Prof. Shivali Gupta.

In her address, the Chief Guest underlined the importance of integrity in professional and personal life. She stated that vigilance is not merely an administrative requirement but a moral duty that strengthens the foundation of a just and prosperous society. The special guest of the event Shruti Khanna highlighted the major pros and cons of vigilance.

The judges of the events were Dr. Seema Sudan and Dr. Prem Singh. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr Jeevan Dhar, Convenor of the event, appreciating the active participation of students and staff in promoting the values of transparency and ethical conduct. Other faculty members present were Prof. Ruth K. Masehi, Prof. Menaka Rajput, Dr. Harbhajan Singh, Prof. Dheeraj Kumar, Prof. Vibhutti, Prof. Swati and Dr. Deewika Sharma.

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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.

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