SRINAGAR: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary today attended one day Body Building and Physique competition organized by National Physique Committee at Tagore Hall here. The event was organised in 55 kg to 95 kg weight category in which Salim was declared as overall champion where as Riyan won in classic physique category. Zaid Abdullah was adjudged the winner in men’s physique competition.

While speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister said that he felt delighted to see the strength of motivated participants in NPC Body Building and Physique Competition. He added that energy and dedication of participants reflect the positive direction our youth can take. The Deputy CM further maintained that Government is channelling energy of youth in right direction to curb the menace of drug abuse in them.

The Deputy CM extended best wishes to participants for future competition and said that government is committed to work in promoting the sport and nurturing new talent in J&K by providing them top notch infrastructure, facility and mentorship so that they can be prepared for national/international events. The Deputy Chief Minister also distributed medals, trophies and certificates to the top performers of the competition.

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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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