JAMMU: The Department of Wildlife Protection, Jammu Division organised a trekking event along the eco-trek route from Krali to Gouri Kund in the Sudhmahadev Conservation Reserve, here the other day. The event covered a distance of six kilometers and witnessed the participation of 60 students and faculty members from Government Degree College Chenani.

The trek was flagged off by Regional Wildlife Warden Jammu, Jyotsana and Wildlife Warden Jammu, Vijay Kumar, in the presence of Dr. Rajan Bharti, Assistant Professor and Head of the Geography Department at GDC Chenani.

Before the commencement of the trek, Wildlife Warden Jammu, Vijay Kumar, welcomed the participants and provided an overview of the Sudhmahadev Conservation Reserve. He highlighted the reserve's ecological significance, including its diverse flora and fauna.

During the trek, students were informed about various management practices employed in wildlife areas. This included discussions on habitat conservation and soil erosion prevention through methods such as constructing check dams.

Following the event, students and faculty members expressed their appreciation to the Department of Wildlife Protection for organizing the trek, which provided valuable insights into conservation efforts and the ecological importance of the reserve.

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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.

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