SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association on Tuesday has taken up the matter with the Rajasthan and J&K governments in response to the suspension of 35 Kashmiri students at Mewar University, Rajasthan, following their protest over the lack of approval for the B.Sc. Nursing course. National Convenor of the Association, Nasir Khuehami, said that the matter has been raised with the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister's Office, urging them to intervene.

The Association has raised the issue with Chief Minister’s Advisor, Nasir Aslam Wani, who expressed deep concern and reiterated the government’s commitment to safeguarding the academic future of these students.In response, Advisor Wani said, "We have taken serious note of this matter and will take it up with our Rajasthan counterparts today to ensure that a swift resolution is reached.

The future of these students cannot be jeopardized due to administrative delays. We will work closely with the Rajasthan government and the university to address the issue at the earliest and secure the necessary redress."He further assured that the matter would be rigorously pursued to ensure that the students do not face academic losses. "We are committed to ensuring that their academic journey continues without further disruption. Every effort will be made to ensure that no student suffers because of this," he added.The Chief Minister’s Office will urge the rajasthan government and Mewar university Rajasthan to reconsider the suspension of the students and focus on resolving the primary issue—the pending approvals for the nursing course.

Wani also emphasized that the J&K government will closely monitor the situation to ensure the students’ rights and futures are protected.The Chief Minister’s Office will request the Mewar University and the Rajasthan Nursing Council (RNC) to expedite the process of securing the necessary approvals to prevent further complications.Khuehami added that the Association has also taken up the matter with the Rajasthan government. He personally spoke to the Rajasthan Chief Minister's Office, urging immediate and personal intervention to resolve the issue.

Khuehami expressed the students’ distress and emphasized the urgency of securing the necessary approvals for the B.Sc. Nursing course to prevent further damage to their academic careers.Following the conversation, Khuehami was assured by the Rajasthan Chief Minister’s Office that the government will closely examine the matter and take swift action to address the students' grievances. "We have been assured that the Rajasthan government will take all necessary steps to ensure that the students' careers are not jeopardized due to administrative delays.

They are committed to saving and preserving the academic future of these young students," Khuehami said.Khuehami urged the Rajasthan government to intervene swiftly, either by transferring the students to a recognized institution or by securing the pending approvals without further academic loss. He reiterated that this issue goes beyond administrative negligence and has a profound impact on the future of these students.Khuehami emphasized that the Association remains committed to advocating for the students until a favorable resolution is reached.

He called on both the Jammu and Kashmir and Rajasthan governments to coordinate effectively to expedite the resolution process and ensure that these students can continue their education without hindrance. "The future of these students must be protected, and we will continue to push for immediate corrective measures from all concerned authorities," he added.

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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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