SAMBA: Department of Education of Government Degree College Vijaypur today organised an expert lecture on “Empowering Inclusion: Promoting Education, Rights & Welfare of Persons with Disabilities.” A large number of students, teaching faculty and non-teaching staff of the college attended the lecture.

The event, held under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Ashu Vashisht, Principal of the college, commenced with the welcome address by Dr. Gunjeet Mahiwal, Lecturer, Department of Education. She introduced the speaker and highlighted that Disability is one of the important issues in contemporary society because stigmatization of people with disabilities contributes to the formation of biases and prejudices which put them into the disadvantageous position where they feel themselves inferior to others.

The speaker of the event Monika, a social activist and Vice President JIGER Institute of Humanity Welfare Organization (NGO), was honoured by the Principal, Dr. Ashu Vashisht.

In a thought provoking talk, the speaker said that Inclusive Education is a learning approach that aims to provide equitable access and support to all students, regardless of their background, abilities, or circumstances. “It promotes diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, creating safe and welcoming learning environments that value and celebrate individual differences,” she said.  She further added that Inclusive education goals seek to enhance student success and promote positive social outcomes while reducing stigma and discrimination. This approach enables students to develop their academic, social, and emotional skills, empowering them to become confident, independent learners who can thrive in diverse communities.

The lecture was followed by a question-answer session where the speaker responded to queries of the participants. The program was organized by Dr. Gunjeet Mahiwal, Lecturer, Department of Education and co-coordinated by Prof Mamta Gupta (HOD Commerce), Dr. Anoop Kumar Bhagat (HOD Sociology), Dr. Manoj Heer (HOD Dogri) and Dr. Naseem Chowdhary (HOD English) and Prof. Meetu Sharma (HOD Geography).  The formal vote of thanks was presented by Dr. Gunjeet Mahiwal.

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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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