BARAMULLA: As part of its continued efforts to promote sports and engage youth in constructive activities, Police in Baramulla successfully organized the final match of the Football Tournament under the Civic Action Programme at Govt High School Khawajabagh, Baramulla.

The electrifying final match was contested between SWFC Football Team and Dash FC Team, with the latter emerging victorious in a thrilling encounter. SWFC team lifted the winner’s trophy along with a cash prize of Rs. 20,000, while the Dash FC team, finishing as runner-up, was awarded a trophy and a cash prize of Rs. 15,000.

The event was graced by DIG North Kashmir Range, Shri Maqsood-Ul-Zaman-IPS, SSP Baramulla, Shri Gurinder Pal Singh-IPS, DySP Hqrs Baramulla Shri Altaf Ahmad Khan-JKPS, SHO PS Baramulla Shri Rishabh Shukla-IPS & DySP Ops Baramulla, Ms Rupali Singh-JKPS. The dignitaries appreciated the participants for their commendable sportsmanship and encouraged the youth to take part in similar positive activities.

The tournament witnessed enthusiastic participation from local youth and saw a large turnout from Baramulla areas, reflecting the growing interest in sports in the district. A total of sixteen teams from various parts of District Baramulla participated in the tournament. The primary aim of this initiative was to channel youth energy into sports and recreational activities, thereby discouraging drug abuse and other negative influences. Police remains committed to fostering community engagement and building a healthy, drug-free society through such constructive initiatives.

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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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