BARAMULLA: In a bid to promote sportsmanship, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, today inaugurated the Inter-school/ Inter-zonal district level Kho-Kho tournament at Showkat Ali Sports Stadium. The inauguration ceremony was attended by the District Information Officer Baramulla, District Youth and Sports Officer, other officers and officials and the participating athletes.

The event marks the beginning of an exciting sporting festivity that will witness the participation of students from all educational zones of the district, showcasing their talent, energy, and competitive spirit. DC extended his best wishes to all the participating students, encouraging them to play with dedication, unity, and sportsman spirit, while also reminding them that participation itself is a victory as it builds character and resilience.

Speaking at the occasion, DC emphasized the importance of sports in the holistic development of children and youth. He noted that sporting events not only instill discipline, confidence, and leadership qualities among students but also help in channelizing their energy in a positive direction.

On the occasion, DC also distributed sports gear and marking machines among all the 18 educational zones of the district, as well as among the Child Care Institutions Parisha and Palash, to further strengthen sports activities at the grassroots level.

The tournament, which will continue till 30th August, is being organized with the objective of nurturing young talent at the grassroots level and providing a platform for students to display their skills in one of India’s most traditional and vigorous indigenous games.

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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.

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