JAMMU: Minister for Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma, today declared open 37th Sub Junior National Softball Championship at MA Stadium, Jammu. The championship has brought together 38 teams from 24 states, with over 1,000 players and technical officials participating in this prestigious event. The event is being organised by the J&K Softball Association in collaboration with the J&K Sports Council under the aegis of Softball Association of India.

The vibrant inaugural function featured captivating Dogri Sangeet performances, various sports demonstrations and a grand march past by the participating teams. Speaking at the event, the Minister expressed his pride in J&K hosting a national-level championship of this magnitude. He congratulated the athletes and officials and emphasized the government’s commitment towards transforming J&K into a hub of sports excellence. “We are determined to provide young athletes with world-class infrastructure, coaching facilities and platforms to showcase their talent,” he remarked.

The Minister highlighted J&K’s rising status as a host of multiple national championships this year and assured the participants of the best facilities. “The youth of J&K are brimming with talent and their achievements in national competitions are a testament to their potential. We aim to provide more opportunities for them to excel,” he added.

The championship will continue till 24th December, exhibiting promising intense competition and camaraderie among young athletes from across the country. The opening ceremony witnessed presence of  Rajinder Singh Tara, Director General, Youth Services and Sports; Nuzhat Gul, Secretary, J&K Sports Council; Rajeev Sharma, Member, J&K Sports Council; and several dignitaries and guests from participating states.

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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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