• Deputy Commissioner urges citizens to adopt Yoga for physical, mental Well-being

POONCH: The 11th International Day of Yoga was celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervour at the Indoor Sports Hall, Sports Stadium Poonch, under the global theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.” Marking the occasion, participants joined in watching the live telecast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who led the national celebrations from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.

Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal led the district-level celebrations by joining the Yoga Session along with officers of the district administration, police personnel, students, sports enthusiasts and members of the civil society. Addressing the gathering, the Deputy Commissioner encouraged people to make yoga a regular part of their life, stating, “Yoga helps in building immunity, reducing stress and ensuring physical and mental wellness.”

The yoga session was conducted by qualified instructors Sanjana Sharma and Imtiaz Ahmed, supported by Master Trainers Dr. Vimal Sharma and Dr. Benazir Yousuf. The trainers led participants through a series of postures and breathing exercises focused on improving digestion, boosting energy levels and enhancing mental clarity.

The event proceedings were ably anchored by Dr. Khaleeq Anjum, who ensured seamless coordination throughout the programme. Speaking at the event, District AYUSH Officer Dr. Sanjay Raina urged citizens to adopt yoga to strengthen the mind, intellect and overall resilience of the body.  

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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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