BANDIPORA: District administration Bandipora, in collaboration with the Youth Services & Sports (YSS) department Bandipora and Higher Secondary School Nadihal, on Friday celebrated National Sports Day 2025 with great enthusiasm and fervour. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, led the celebrations as the chief guest and formally inaugurated the event.

In her address to the students, DC urged them to give their 100 percent in all endeavours and remain focused on their career goals, with special emphasis on encouraging girls to pursue their aspirations with determination. She also called upon the youth to remain sensitive towards the environment by caring for nature and preserving the district’s rich natural resources for future generations.

DC also spoke about failures, emphasising that they should never stop anyone from achieving greater success. She further highlighted the importance of sports in shaping discipline, character, and unity among the youth. She urged the students to adopt sports as a way of life and to contribute towards building a healthier and more vibrant society.

The celebrations commenced with flag hoisting, followed by a parade by enthusiastic students, adding colour and vibrancy to the event. DC administered a pledge to students and participants, reaffirming commitment towards sportsmanship and fitness. She later flagged-off a tug-of-war game, followed by a pigeon release symbolising peace and harmony.

On the occasion, a variety of games and sports activities were organised, reflecting the spirit of hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand, in whose memory the day is celebrated nationwide. Students and staff participated with zeal, turning the day into a festival of sports and togetherness. Among others, the event was attended by DYSSO Bandipora, Principal HSS Nadihal, Activity Incharge, staff members of HSS Nadihal, and officials of YSS Bandipora.

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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.

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