KATRA: Six Air Wing NCC cadets from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) have brought laurels to the university by being selected to attend the prestigious All India Vayu Sainik Camp (AIVSC) to be held at Bangalore. The selected cadets are Charvi Thakur, Saher Sharma ,Shivangi Raina, Vibhasna Sharma, Kritika Chandel, and Mukti Porwal.

The cadets successfully cleared a rigorous selection process conducted by the Air Wing of NCC. Prior to the AIVSC, they also underwent an intensive Pre-AIVSC Camp which played a crucial role in preparing them for the national-level event. During this training, they were groomed in physical training, weapon training, drill practice, skeet shooting, firing practice, flying practice on micro-light aircraft, and aero-modelling.

Dr. Varun Dutta, NCC Coordinator, SMVDU, and Ms. Kirti, In-charge – Air Wing, SMVDU, provided constant guidance, motivation, and support to ensure the selection of their cadets for this prestigious camp.Prof. Pragati Kumar, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, SMVDU, and Sh. Ajay Sharma (JKAS), Registrar, SMVDU congratulated the selected cadets and extended their best wishes for their participation at the national level.

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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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