• Over 400 participants to join the inspiring event championing wellness, startups, and Jammu’s emergence as a hub of innovation, flagged off by Hon’ble Sports Minister Sh. Satish Sharma.

JAMMU: The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Jammu Chapter is proud to announce the much-awaited ICC Jammu 10K Run scheduled to take place on 29th June 2025, with the inspiring theme “Run for Peace & Innovation.”

Addressing a press conference, Sh. Rahul Sahai, Chairman, ICC Jammu, stated, “This run is more than just a sporting event—it is a movement to position Jammu as a hub for peace, wellness, and a new frontier of innovation, IT, and startups. We are honoured to host this event with the support of dignitaries and the participation of youth, entrepreneurs, and changemakers.”

The Chief Guest, Hon’ble Sports Minister Sh. Satish Sharma, will flag off the run. The event will be graced by esteemed Guests of Honour, including:

  • Maj Gen Mukesh Bhanwala, GOC 26 Infantry Division
  • Sh. Devansh Yadav IAS, Municipal Commissioner Jammu
  • Ms. Anuradha Gupta, Director General, Sports J&K
  • Smt. Nuzhat Gul, Secretary, J&K Sports Council
  • Sh. Debmalya Banerjee, Regional Director, ICC
  • Prof. Omesh Rai, Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu
  • Sh. Kiran Radurappa, CEO, Posspole, Bangalore
  • Sh. Vikas Gupta, Director, Tourism Jammu
  • Sh. Ajaz Qaiser, Director, Tourism
  • Sh. MM Madhavan, Director, Narayana Hospital

The run will commence from Jammu University Sports Complex (Back Gate) with reporting time at 4:30 AM, followed by an energetic Zumba session. The 10K run will begin at 5:30 AM, and the 5K run at 5:45 AM, with a prize distribution ceremony at 7:00 AM. Over 400 participants, including students, youth, professionals, and innovators, are expected to join.

Sh. Kiran Radurappa from Posspole Bangalore, while speaking at the press meet, shared several innovative ideas and invited youth to connect with him during the event. He expressed his commitment to guide young minds and support startup culture in Jammu.

Sh. Debmalya Banerjee, Regional Director, ICC, highlighted the Chamber’s impactful activities and legacy. He emphasized that ICC, founded by Mahatma Gandhi, is celebrating its centenary year and has placed Jammu & Kashmir at the center of its strategic focus, with many developmental initiatives planned.

Sh. Rahul Sahai concluded by expressing gratitude to all sponsors, partners, dignitaries, and media houses. “We request our media friends to widely share this initiative and support our vision of transforming Jammu into a vibrant innovation hub,” he said. The ICC Jammu 10K Run stands as a testimony to the region’s spirit—resilient, forward-looking, and united in purpose.

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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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