KATRA: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Katra, celebrated National Sports Day with great enthusiasm under the theme “Khelega Bharat, Jeetega Bharat”. To mark the occasion, the Board for Sports Activities, SMVDU, organized the Major Dhyan Chand Basketball and TennisTournaments for both boys and girls.Around 80 students actively participated in the tournaments,displaying remarkable sportsmanship, teamwork, and competitive spirit.

The events were organized to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand and to promote the spirit of fitness and sporting excellence among students.The matches were successfully conducted under the supervision of Mr. Balbir Singh, Sports Coach, and Mr. Sumit Sharma, Sports Official, who ensured the smooth conduct of the competitions.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Parvez Singh Slathia, In-charge Sports, SMVDU, congratulated the winners and appreciated the enthusiastic participation of all students. He encouraged them to continue pursuing sports with dedication and wished them success in their future sporting careers.Prof. Pragati Kumar, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, SMVDU, also congratulated all the participants and winners and conveyed his best wishes.

He emphasized the importance of sports in building discipline, leadership, teamwork, and a healthy lifestyle, and appreciated the Board for Sports Activities for organizing the event under the inspiring theme “Khelega Bharat, JeetegaBharat. ”The celebration concluded with a renewed commitment to promoting sports culture and encouraging students to actively participate in physical activities for their overall development.

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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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