KULGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Shahzad Alam today inaugurated the U-14 and U-17 girls baseball Inter-District Divisional-Level Tournament at  L/NK Shri Nazir Ahmad Wani, Boys Higher Secondary School, Kulgam. 

While speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner called upon the Department of Youth Services and Sports to ensure opportunities for girls in sports are at par with those available to boys. He emphasized the importance of encouraging greater participation of girls in various sporting disciplines and creating a supportive environment for their overall development.

The DC also advised the girl  athletes to cherish the sporting activities along with academic pursuits in their educational institutions. He also called upon them to  register themselves on the Youth Empowerment Portal so that they can avail themselves of various opportunities and benefits available through the platform.

On the occasion, the DC appreciated and hailed the commendable dedication and efforts of students of the district towards engaging themselves in various sporting activities and participating in sports competitions being organised in the district.

The tournament shall witness participation from 16 teams of 8 districts of Kashmir Division providing young girl athletes a much needed platform to showcase their talent and sporting skills. The inaugural function was attended by DYSSO, Kulgam, Narinder Pal Singh, other officials of the Youth Services & Sports Department, Kulgam and other sports enthusiasts.

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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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