SAMBA: The District Youth Services and Sports Office Samba, under the guidance of Director General Anuradha Gupta, today commenced the Inter-District UT Level Girls Basketball Tournament under Adarsh Abhiyan Gaon (AAG) at Government High School Jatwal. The event was meticulously organized under the supervision of District Youth Services and Sports Officer Dharmvir Singh.

The inaugural ceremony was graced by Deputy Commissioner Ayushi Sudan, who presided over the function as Chief Guest. Chief Education Officer Kewal Krishan attended as Guest of Honour, along with other government officials. The participants took a solemn pledge to actively engage in sports activities and remain committed to abstaining from drugs, reinforcing the message of healthy living among youth.

The tournament provides an exceptional platform for emerging athletes to showcase their talent. This initiative is designed not only to promote physical fitness among young girls but also to instill essential values of teamwork, discipline and resilience. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 60 girl players representing seven different districts of Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory, demonstrating the growing interest in sports among young women across the region.

The District Youth Services and Sports Office extended its heartfelt appreciation to all participants for their remarkable dedication and exemplary sportsmanship, truly emboding the spirit of competitive sports and the objectives of this tournament.

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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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