KISHTWAR: The Closing Ceremony of Sansad Khel Spardha was organized with great enthusiasm and spirit by the Department of Youth Services & Sports, Kishtwar in collaboration with the District Administration Kishtwar, at New DC Office Complex Mini Secretariat Conference Hall, Kishtwar. The event marked the successful culmination of a vibrant multi-sport extravaganza aimed at promoting sports culture and youth participation across the district.

A major highlight of the concluding ceremony was the interaction of the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, with the winners and runners-up of various disciplines including Volleyball, Football, Tug of War, Athletics, Yoga, Badminton, Chess and Wrestling. The interaction greatly inspired the participating athletes and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment towards grassroots sports development.

The Chief Guest of the occasion was the District Development Commissioner, Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma while the Guest of Honour was the Chief Planning Officer Kishtwar, Akhil Thakur.

 During the ceremony, the District Development Commissioner appreciated the dedicated services and tireless efforts of the officials and employees of the Youth Services & Sports Department, and trophies were presented as a mark of recognition and encouragement for their outstanding contribution in making the Sansad Khel Spardha a grand success.

At the end, DYSSO Kishtwar, Jaffer Haider Sheikh extended sincere thanks to all participants, officials and supporting staff for making the Sansad Khel Spardha a grand success.

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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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