BARAMULLA: The three-day inter-division UT level Under-19 Boys Football competition commenced today with great enthusiasm at Showkat Ali Stadium, Khawaja Bagh Baramulla.  The mega event is being organised by the Youth Services & Sports  department J&K under the chairmanship of Anuradha Gupta, Director General, Youth Services & Sports J&K, and the supervision of Rashid Kohli , Joint Director Youth Services & Sports, Kashmir Province, with DYSSO Baramulla as the host.

Two strong teams viz. Jammu division and Kashmir division are featuring in the championship and will compete in six thrilling matches over the course of three days.  The competition serves as a platform for talented footballers to prove their mettle, with the best performers earning the honour of representing J&K at the national level.

In the opening clash between the two divisions, Kashmir division took an early lead, scoring 2–0. The tournament will run its full course and culminate on 25th September 2025. The event reflects the department’s continued commitment towards nurturing young sporting talent and promoting football culture across the Union Territory.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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