SHOPIAN: In a major push toward youth empowerment, physical fitness and holistic wellness, extensive educational and sports initiatives were conducted across multiple zones of Shopian district today. The events showcased a vibrant blend of competitive inter-school sports tournaments for youth alongside powerful drug-awareness and wellness campaigns.

With an aim to foster athletic talent and teamwork, the Department of Youth Services and Sports (YSS) organized several zone-level competitions across various venues drawing extensive participation.

Parallel to the sports events, a robust health and wellness drive was spearheaded by the Department of Ayush Shopian to cultivate mental well-being and a healthier lifestyle among citizens. A special yoga and awareness session was held at Govt High school Reshnagri.

Extending its impact beyond schools, the Department of Ayush also conducted targeted awareness sessions for patients visiting its healthcare facilities today, alongside separate therapeutic yoga sessions.

Adding to the district-wide momentum, Government Degree College (GDC) Zainapora also conducted awareness activities today, cementing the academic community's active role in the overall development of the local youth.

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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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