SRINAGAR: The Department of Social Welfare, in collaboration with the District Youth Services and Sports Office Srinagar )DYSSO), organized a series of sports events and competitions under the "Beti Bachao Beti Padhao" initiative. These events aim to empower young girls and promote gender equality through sports.

The competitions featured sports disciplines such as volleyball, chess, and carrom, engaging participants from all eight sports zones of Srinagar. Over 800 girls and 200 Youth Services and Sports (YSS) officials took part in the initiative, displaying enthusiasm and competitive spirit. Before starting the competitions, a pledge ceremony was administered across all the 8 sports zones of Srinagar, highlighting the women empowerment.

The inaugural event was held at GHSS Kothibagh, where District Social Welfare Officer Srinagar, Mr. Mukhtar Ahmad, presided over the ceremony. The event was attended by DYSSO Srinagar, Ghulam Hassan Lone, Principal Nusrat Bukhari, and other prominent sports personalities of district Srinagar.

Such activities were inaugurated at various locations, ensuring widespread participation and engagement. The winners of the competitions were awarded trophies and medals, while food packs and fruits were distributed among all participants.

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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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