KISHTWAR: An Inter-Zonal District Level Taekwondo Tournament for U-14 and U-17 boys and girls today took off here in the Indoor Hall of Government High Secondary School Boys. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Rajesh Kumar Shavan declared the tournament open as the Chief Guest.

The tournament is being conducted by the Department of Youth Services & Sports Kishtwar under the overall direction of the Director General YSS J&K, Rajinder Singh Tara and under the guidance of District Youth Services & Sports Officer Jaffer Haider Sheikh.

The event witnessed a vibrant and high-energy inauguration ceremony drawing enthusiastic participation from student athletes, officials and dignitaries.  In his address, the Deputy Commissioner lauded the Youth Services & Sports Department for nurturing young talent. He emphasized the role of sports in promoting discipline, fitness and unity among youth.

The host school Principal, Zonal Physical Education Officers (ZPEOs), PEMs, PETs, REKs, GMs, & NYCs and other officials were also present. Student athletes from across the district presented energetic taekwondo demonstrations during the contests.

Earlier, the DYSSO, in his welcome address, highlighted the significance of martial arts like taekwondo in building confidence, self defense skills and mental strength among students.  He also thanked all field officials for their continuous dedication in organizing such events successfully and encouraged young athletes to aim for higher-level competitions.

This inter zonal competition has brought together talented players from across different education zones of the district providing them a platform to showcase their skills and qualify for divisional and UT-level competitions.

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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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