In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Applauds institutional innovations, skill development measures

KATHUA: Commissioner Secretary Education, Ram Niwas Sharma, today visited the Government Girdari Lal Dogra Memorial Degree College, Hiranagar and reviewed its institutional profile, infrastructure, academic facilities and achievements. During the visit, Principal Dr. Pragya Khanna gave a detailed PowerPoint presentation highlighting the college’s institutional growth, academic initiatives, infrastructure, student achievements and future development plans.

The college also presented its institutional compendium, ā€œNavprivartanā€, a chronicle of transformation, documenting its journey of growth, innovation and development. The brochure of an upcoming national conference was also shared, underscoring the institution’s commitment to promote research, academic discourse and intellectual engagement.

The Commissioner Secretary appreciated the college’s initiatives, including the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, skill development programmes and Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the institutions and organisations across the country to strengthen academic collaboration and broaden opportunities for the students. He also took note of the college’s achievements in sports, students’ participation in hackathons and efforts to foster innovation, creativity, entrepreneurship and experiential learning.

Interacting with the students, Ram Niwas Sharma encouraged them to set clear goals, pursue their ambitions with dedication and work relentlessly towards achieving success. He advised them to explore diverse career avenues, including opportunities in the government sector and entrepreneurship while emphasising the importance of commitment, perseverance and self-belief.

The Commissioner Secretary expressed appreciation for the well-maintained college campus and the effective utilisation of available space and infrastructure for academic purposes. He lauded the institution’s efforts to optimise the existing resources and provide a conducive environment for teaching, learning and the overall development of students. SDM Hiranagar Phulail Singh, CEO Kathua Kewal Krishna and Tehsildar Hiranagar Anoop Kumar were also present on the occasion.

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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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