BUDGAM: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Akshay Labroo Monday visited under construction Sports Complex Khel-gaon Wathoora in Chadoora to review the progress of ongoing development work aimed at boosting sports infrastructure in the area. The Rs.4.78 crore project, which is expected to enhance sports activities and provide better facilities for local youth, is progressing at a fast pace and is being built under the Capex funds of J&K Sports Council.

During the visit, the DC assessed various components of the project, including the health club, change rooms, washrooms, basketball and volleyball courts, fencing, seating tiers, jogging path, and development of the playfield. He took stock of the pace of work and emphasized the need for its timely completion.

Interacting with the officials and site engineers, the DC directed them to expedite the remaining work to ensure that the project meets its deadline and will be dedicated to the public soon. The DC was accompanied by CPO Budgam, Executive Engineer J&K Sports Council, Tehsildar Chadoora, AEE Sports Council and other concerned officers during the inspection.

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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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