SRINAGAR: A two-day orientation programme on professional development and office procedures for administrative staff commenced today at Vice Chancellor's Secretariat, Main Campus Shalimar, Srinagar.  The programme aims to enhance the skills and knowledge of non-teaching staff, enabling them to efficiently handle administrative tasks and contribute to the university's growth in Teaching, Research, Extension, and Innovation.

The orientation programme covers office procedures, communication skills, data management, confidentiality protocols, University Act and Statutes, J&K CSR/leave rules, and J&K Govt. Employees Conduct Rules1971, besides soft skills and life lessions. Experts and senior administrators led sessions and interactive discussions.

 Vice Chancellor, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, chaired the inaugural session as the Chief Guest and other officers attended include,  Director Research, Dr. H.R. Naik;   Director Education, Prof. Altaf Ahmad Bhat;  Registrar, and other senior officials of the University.

The Vice chancellor encouraged the initiative, emphasizing the crucial role of non-teaching staff in achieving SKUAST-K's goals and fostering excellence. He stressed leveraging AI-based technology to enhance office efficiency and productivity. The programme promotes collaboration and professional growth, contributing to SKUAST-K's vision of excellence in agriculture and allied sciences.

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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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