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KATHUA: The Electoral Literacy Club (ELC) of Govt GLDM Degree College Hiranagar, in collaboration with the NSS Unit of the College, organized a Voter's Pledge today to raise awareness among students about the vital importance of voting rights. This initiative aimed to empower students with the knowledge and responsibility required to participate actively in the democratic process.

Convener of the Electoral Literacy Club Prof. Amit Kumar Sharma, formally welcomed the faculty members and students to the event. He introduced the context of the Voter’s Pledge in light of the ongoing Legislative Assembly Elections, where lakhs of eligible voters of Jammu & Kashmir will have the opportunity to elect their Legislators (MLAs) and shape the future government.

The pledge-taking ceremony was led by Saloni, the Campus Ambassador of the college, who inspired her peers to commit to the principles of ethical voting and civic duty.

Dr. Pragya Khanna, Principal GLDM Degree College, addressed the gathering, urging the campus ambassadors and other students to extend their efforts beyond the campus and spread awareness about voting rights within the wider community. She also announced incentives for campus ambassadors and students who demonstrate leadership in promoting democratic values and contributing to the strengthening of society’s democratic ethos.

The event concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Vijay Kumar, a member of the Electoral Literacy Club. He expressed gratitude to all participants and organizers for their collective efforts in making the event a success. The program was coordinated by the Campus Ambassadors, who have been appointed to disseminate information about voting rights.

The event was attended by several faculty members, including Prof. Rakesh Sharma, Prof. Balbir Singh, Dr. Rajesh Kumar Sharma, Dr. Ramkrishan, Prof. Roopali Jamwal, Dr. Vijay Kumar, Prof. Shapia Shameen, Prof. Surinder Kumar, Prof. Shivani Slathia, Prof. Neeru Sharma, Prof. Punam, and Librarian Sandeep Kumar.

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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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