POONCH: The District Development Commissioner Poonch, Yasin M. Choudhary today inaugurated the highly anticipated 5-day inter-zonal district-level competitions at the Poonch Sports Stadium. District Youth Services & Sports Officer, Mool Raj Uttam, welcomed the District Development Commissioner and provided a detailed briefing on the District Level Inter-Zonal Competitions. The proceedings of the event were conducted by PEM, Vijay Sharma.

The competitions include events in Volleyball, Kabaddi, Football and Handball for the under 14 and under 17 age categories,( both Boys & Girls) with approximately 200 students showcasing their skills and representing their respective zones. The event features the participation of all eleven zones within the Poonch district.

Speaking on the occasion, the DDC said that these inter-zonal competitions are a testament to the vibrant sports culture in Poonch. We are thrilled to witness the enthusiasm and talent of our young athletes as they compete against each other in these exciting games, he added.

On the first day of the tournament, the Bufliaz zone emerged victorious in the volleyball match, defeating the Kanuyian zone by a score of 2-1 sets. In the kabaddi event, the Mendhar zone defeated the Nangali Zone by a margin of 10-point. The competitions will continue for the next five days, with the closing ceremony scheduled to take place on August 3rd.

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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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