SRINAGAR: The two day annual intra-college technology festival, TechFusion 2025 concluded at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar. The two-day festival was held under the banner of the Technology Club.  It included a range of competitions designed to test technical knowledge and practical skills. The mega event was coordinated by Dr. Iqra Altaf Geelani with the support of Director NIT Srinagar Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia, Institute Registrar Prof. Atikur Rehman, Dean Students’ Welfare, Prof. Mohammad Abid Bazaz.

On the opening day, events such as PromptCraft 2025, WHO AM I?, a Typing Contest, and Photopedia were conducted. Day two featured technical and robotics-based competitions, including Guess the Programming Language?, CAD-a-thon, Drone Workshop, DroneSim Challenge, Structure Battles – Bridge Building, and Code & Circuit Clash.

High-profile contests such as the 5-Hour Forge Hackathon, Robo War, Line Follower Robo, and Object Avoidance Challenge drew wide participation. In his message, Director NIT Srinagar, Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia said, “TechFusion 2025 provided our students with an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in practical, real-world contexts.

"Such platforms prepare young engineers to face future technological challenges with confidence," he said. Dean Students’ Welfare, Prof. Mohammad Abid Bazaz, said such techno festivals go beyond technical skills. They foster leadership, teamwork, and innovation, qualities that are vital for holistic development," he said.

Registrar Prof. Atikur Rehman also stated that events like TechFusion reflect NIT Srinagar’s commitment to nurturing creativity and problem-solving among students. We aim to give our students the right exposure so they can compete at national and global levels, he added.

Coordinator TechFusion 2025, Dr. Iqra Altaf Geelani extended her heartfelt gratitude to the Director, Registrar, Dean of Student Welfare (DSW), faculty members, student volunteers, and all participants for making the event successful.  "The success of TechFusion 2025 is a testament to our collective effort. The remarkable enthusiasm of the students, combined with the unwavering support from the administration, made this festival truly memorable," she added.

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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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