KULGAM: Under the ongoing 100-day Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, today inaugurated an Inter Block/Municipal Committee (MC) Football Tournament at sports Stadium Kulgam. Speaking on the occasion, the DC said that the initiative aims to actively engage youth in sports and provide them a vibrant platform to showcase their talent.

He emphasized that such constructive engagements are crucial in steering young minds away from drug abuse and towards a healthier, more promising future. He added that the event is designed to identify grassroots talent and provide players opportunities to excel at district and national levels. The Deputy Commissioner further assured that sports infrastructure across the district will be strengthened, with plans to upgrade sports grounds in the near future to better support budding athletes.

It was informed that the teams from all  blocks and municipal committees, including a team from the district administration, are participating in the tournament.  Among others, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kulgam, Viqar Ahmad Giri, Tehsildar Kulgam, and large number of sports lovers were also present on the occasion. Earlier, the Deputy Commissioner also inaugurated Inter Block/MC Cricket Tournament at Khudwani Sports Stadium  under the 100-day  Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan campaign. The inaugural match was played between District Administration XI and Qaimoh XI, with District Administration XI emerged victorious.

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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.

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