GANDERBAL: Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS) Ganderbal organised volleyball and kabaddi competitions for boys and girls across all four zones—Kangan, Ganderbal, Hariganwan, and Tulmullah—under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Abhiyan.

The activities witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and physical fitness among youth. The events were organised with the objective of engaging students in positive and constructive activities while spreading awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse.

District Youth Services and Sports Officer Ganderbal, Sheikh Shafqat Iqbal, appreciated the active participation of boys and girls and the dedicated efforts of the field staff. He emphasized the importance of sports in encouraging a healthy, disciplined, and drug-free lifestyle among youth. The programme concluded successfully with a strong message promoting fitness, awareness, and social responsibility. 

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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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