JAMMU: To inculcate the sense of responsibility and self –governance among students, the GDC Marh organised a grand “Investiture Ceremony 2024-2025” here today to entrust responsibility of institution’s affairs to the College Presidium comprising young students.

The program commenced under the guidance of the College Principal Prof. Dr Rakesh Kumar Koul. As a mark of respect and responsibility to contribute vibrantly in the development of the college as premier stakeholders, the Alumni were provided an opportunity to pin the Badges of different portfolios to the newly constituted Presidium.

The Principal, Faculty and President of the registered college alumni association Atul Narayan Singh pinned the badges to the Presidium amid thunderous applause and excitement.

The unanimously constituted presidium of students comprised of (President) Sushain Sharma Sem-V, (Co-President) Nandveer Choudhary Sem-V, (Head Boy) Rajat Sharma Sem-V, (Head Girl) Richa Manhas Sem III and Riya Sharma Sem III, Vice-President (Eshaan Saini)(Boys) Sem-V, (Vice-President) Kashish Sharma(Girls) Sem-V, (Treasurer) Rohit Kumar Sem-III, (General Secretary) Sandeep Mottan Sem-III, (Discipline Secretary) Manish Kumar Sem-V, (Joint Secretary) Sumriti Sem-I, (Joint Secretary) Navpreet Kour Sem-I, (Joint Secretary) Sneha Bhagat Sem III, (Joint Secretary) Rahul Kumar Sem-III, (Cultural Secretary) Sangeeta Devi Sem-III, (Communication Secretary), Tamanna Choudhary Sem-I, (Sports Secretary) Summy Kumar Sem-V, (Media Secretary) Atinder Kumar Sem-III, (Joint Media Secretary) Abhay Singh Jamwal Sem-III, (NSS Incharge) Abhishek Bhat Sem-V, (Literary Secretary) Neeraj Pahwa Sem-I, (Advisor) Rahul Kumar Sem-V, (Rover Leader) Ketan Kumar Sem-III, (Ranger Leader) Riya Sharma Sem-III, (Discipline Secretary) Khushi Choudhary Sem-III and Manish Kumar Sem-V.

Donning the mantle of accountability, the Presidium pledged to do their duties to the best of their abilities for the development of the college under the supervision of the Faculty and College Administration. The excitement of the new council was palpable, as they were handed over the Torch/ Mashaal of responsibility by the Principal and the Alumni President. Holding they torch, they marched around the college campus with heads held high, ready to shoulder the responsibilities as student leaders.

The Principal of the college and entire college faculty congratulated the new presidium and showered their blessings on them. The ceremony ended with garlanding of the President and Co-President amid Dhol beating. The program was supervised by the Investiture Ceremony Committee comprising Dr. Ashu Jolly (Convenor), Asha Kumari, Dr. Sheetal Sharma, Dr. Shakun  Sharma, Dr. Priya Sharma, Surbhi Gupta, Dr. Ruchika Kumari and Rachhpal Lal.

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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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