KISHTWAR: The Department of Youth Services & Sports (YS&S) Kishtwar successfully conducted a series of competitions on the second day of the ongoing Inter District Division level U/19 Boys Kabaddi Tournament and Inter Division UT Level Wushu U/17 & U/19 Boys Tournament. The venue was the Indoor Sports Stadium Doda.

The day witnessed high-energy matches in both Kabaddi and Wushu, where young athletes demonstrated exceptional skills, discipline and team spirit. The enthusiastic participation reflected the growing sports culture among the youth of the region.

The highlight of the day was the prize distribution ceremony, where DYSSO Kishtwar accompanied by ZPEOs Drabshalla, Activity In-charge, Games Fund In-charge and sports officials from Doda & Kishtwar, Wushu Players felicitated the winners and runners-up with medals and certificates. District Poonch won the Kabaddi – U/19 Boys final, beating District Ramban.  The officials lauded the dedication, sportsmanship and hard work of the participants, encouraging them to continue pursuing excellence in their respective disciplines.

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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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