SRINAGAR: The sports community of J&K is in a state of profound grief following the tragic and untimely demise of Ms. Kanchan Kumari, a young and dynamic cricketer  and Rehbar e Khail Physical Education Teacher from the Sports Zone, Satwari. Kumari tragically passed away in a fatal accident. The Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (YSS) has expressed deep sorrow and extended its heartfelt condolences on her tragic passing.

Anuradha Gupta, Director General of the Youth Services and Sports Department, while convening profound grief on behalf of the entire Department has stated, "We are devastated by the loss of such a promising young talent. Kanchan Kumari was a dedicated and dynamic sportsperson who represented the vibrant future of cricket in J&K."

In her message, the Director General extended her deepest sympathies to the bereaved family from Directorate of YSS "In this hour of immense grief, our thoughts and prayers are with the family members of Kanchan. We pray to the Almighty to give them the strength to bear this irreparable loss."

The Directorate of YSS also joined the family in praying for the eternal peace of the departed soul. The sudden loss of Ms. Kumari has left a significant void in the sporting fraternity of the Union Territory.

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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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