KISHTWAR: The District Administration Kishtwar has kick-started a three-month martial art training program, specifically designed for girls aged 8 to 18 years under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme. The initiative aims to promote self-defense, physical fitness, and confidence among young girls in the region.

The program was formally inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Rajesh Kumar Shavan as the Chief Guest. The martial arts training will be conducted for Girls at four  locations Hidyal, Hatta, Kuleed and Government Girls Higher Secondary School Kishtwar. The training is being imparted to the girls by Kishtwar Martial Arts Academy, ensuring expert guidance and quality instruction.

In addition to the martial arts training, the District Administration has provided essential educational resources to the Government Higher Secondary School for Girls, including 10 Computers, Vending Machine, Water Cooler with RO System, School Bags etc. The event was attended by  ADC Pawan Kotwal, DSWO  Zubair Ahmed; TSWO Rajesh Kumar Sharma and Staff from Sankalp DHEW and Social Welfare Department.

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A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

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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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