KATRA: A series of skeet shooting practice sessions was conducted for NCC cadets at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) under the aegis of Air NCC. The sessions provided cadets with an excellent opportunity to gain practical exposure to the sport of skeet shooting and develop essential shooting skills.

The practice sessions witnessed enthusiastic participation from NCC cadets, who learned the fundamentals of target shooting, safety procedures, and techniques required for accurate shooting. Skeet shooting demands a high level of concentration, precision, coordination, and quick reflexes, making it an ideal activity for developing discipline and mental alertness among the cadets.

Through Skeet Shooting Practice Sessions conducted for NCC Cadets at SMVDU, confidence in handling shooting equipment under proper supervision. The initiative also encouraged cadets to explore opportunities in competitive shooting sports. Skeet shooting is one of the recognized shooting disciplines in the Olympic Games and has produced several distinguished sportspersons at the national and international levels.

The sessions served as a valuable platform for cadets to experience an Olympic sport firsthand and inspired many to pursue excellence in shooting and other sporting activities. The cadets expressed their appreciation for the opportunity and described the sessions as both educational and motivating, contributing significantly to their overall development and sporting spirit.

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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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