RAJOURI: The under-14 football team of District Rajouri was ceremoniously flagged off today by Wali Mohd, ZPEO Baljarallan, who is currently overseeing the routine functioning of the District Youth Services and Sports Office, Rajouri. The team will participate in the Inter-District Divisional Level Football Competition being held in Jammu.

The flag-off event was attended by staff members of the Youth Services and Sports Department and was marked by enthusiasm and encouragement. The initiative reflects the department’s efforts to promote sports culture and provide platforms for young talent.

Officials also used the occasion to raise awareness about the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (Drug-Free India Campaign), highlighting the importance of a healthy, drug-free lifestyle for the development of young athletes.

Addressing the players, Wali Mohd congratulated them on their selection and encouraged them to play with discipline, sportsmanship and dedication. He urged the team to uphold the pride of Rajouri and serve as ambassadors of a drug-free, progressive youth culture.

The District Youth Services and Sports Office conveyed its best wishes to the team and expressed hope that the players will bring laurels to the district and inspire other youngsters to pursue sports and lead active lives.

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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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