In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

DODA: District Youth Services and Sports Department today declared open the Inter-District Divisional Level Kabaddi Tournament for Under-19 Boys here at the Indoor Stadium. The three-day tournament is being held from September 12 to 14, 2026, with participation of Kabaddi players from across districts of the Jammu Division.

The tournament was inaugurated by Additional Deputy Commissioner Anil Kumar Thakur. Addressing the participating players, the Chief Guest advised them to maintain discipline, sportsmanship and team spirit throughout the tournament and encouraged them to give their best while respecting the rules and true spirit of the game.

The inaugural ceremony featured a colourful march past, oath-taking ceremony and formal declaration of the tournament open, marking the beginning of an exciting sporting competition. On the opening day, matches were played in different pools. In Pool-A, Ramban defeated Kathua by 24 points in an exciting contest. In Pool-B, Reasi registered a convincing 43-point victory over Kishtwar.

The event is being conducted smoothly with the cooperation and support of the District Administration Doda, along with the dedicated efforts of departmental officials, technical staff and field functionaries. The participating teams displayed great enthusiasm, discipline and sporting spirit throughout the day's proceedings.

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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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