BARAMULLA: As part of its unwavering commitment to promote a healthy and drug-free society and on the directions of the Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Youth Services and Sports (YSS), Baramulla, in collaboration with the Social Welfare Department Baramulla, launched Zonal Level Open Volleyball Tournaments under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA) across various zones of the district.

Today, Zone Dangerpora hosted a spirited volleyball match under this initiative at Higher Secondary School Dangerpora. A highly competitive match was played between Cluster Tujjer and Cluster Dangerpora, reflecting the enthusiasm and active participation of youth in spreading the message of a drug-free lifestyle through sports.

Simultaneously, Zone Sopore began its NMBA Volleyball tournament at Boys Higher Secondary School Sopore. Adding to the momentum, Zone Singpora Pattan also joined the campaign by organizing an open volleyball tournament at High School Malmooh Pattan. The event attracted vibrant participation, showcasing the strong grassroots-level support for the NMBA initiative.

Furthermore, Zone Uri concluded its leg of the NMBA Volleyball Tournament with six local teams participating in an energetic and disciplined competition. The final match crowned Nambla Club as the winners of the tournament, earning appreciation from spectators and officials alike.

These tournaments not only emphasize the role of sports in building healthy communities but also serve as powerful platforms for spreading awareness about the detrimental effects of drug abuse among youth. The Youth Services and Sports Baramulla reaffirms its dedication to empowering young people through such purposeful initiatives in coordination with key government departments.

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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.

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