JAMMU: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today felicitated Rajat Singh Chib, Bronze medalist in Judo event at the 38th  National Games  held recently in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

While interacting with the sportsperson, the Deputy Chief Minister said that the government has undertaken a comprehensive mechanism for giving a fillip to the sports related activities and the requisite infrastructure as well. He said that sports activities are imperative for overall development of person with intellectual capabilities and calibre.

The Deputy Chief Minister said that several sports persons have brought laurels to Jammu and Kashmir by winning at National and International level competitions. “It is a matter of pride for Jammu and Kashmir that our young sportspersons are creating a niche for themselves and we would ensure that they are provided with all requisite assistance and help”, he added.

Pertinently, Rajat Singh Chib, a resident of Hunjana Nowshera in Rajouri district, has won the Bronze medal in the event after a long gap of 35 years in the Men’s category.

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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