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

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council today congratulated four talented athletes from the Union Territory on their selection to represent India in the 10th Senior Asian Pencak Silat Championship 2026 scheduled to be held in Dongnai Province, Vietnam.

The selected athletes include Arvinder Singh (Senior Male, 85–90 kg category), Sofi Sharmeen (Senior Female, 60–65 kg category), Shahid Hilal (Senior Male, 60–65 kg category), and Raja Mahir Khan (Senior Male, Open 2 category).

Minister for Youth Services and Sports Jammu and Kashmir, Satish Sharma, congratulated the athletes on their remarkable achievement and said their selection for the prestigious championship reflects the immense sporting talent emerging from Jammu and Kashmir.

“These athletes have made the entire Union Territory proud through their dedication and hard work. Their achievement is an inspiration for the youth of Jammu and Kashmir, and I am confident they will perform exceptionally,” the Minister said.

Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services and Sports Jammu and Kashmir, Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary (IAS), also extended his congratulations to the athletes and appreciated the efforts of coaches, trainers, and the Sports Council in nurturing sporting talent in the region.

“The consistent performances of our athletes at national and international platforms demonstrate the positive transformation taking place in the sports ecosystem of Jammu and Kashmir. The government remains committed to providing every possible support and opportunity to young sportspersons to excel at the highest level,” he said.

In a statement issued here, the J&K Sports Council termed the achievement a proud moment for the entire sporting fraternity of Jammu and Kashmir, stating that the selection of four athletes for a prestigious continental championship reflects the growing standard of martial arts and combat sports in the Union Territory.

The Sports Council lauded the dedication, discipline, and hard work of the athletes and their coaches, expressing confidence that the players will make the country and Jammu & Kashmir proud on the international stage.

The Council reiterates its commitment towards providing better training facilities, exposure, and support to athletes in various disciplines to help them excel at national and international levels. The J&K Sports Council wishes the athletes success in the upcoming championship and expresses hope that they will bring laurels to the nation.

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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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