KUPWARA: District-level Volleyball Championship under the Youth Engagement Programme commenced today at Natnussa in Kupwara, witnessing enthusiastic participation from around 240 players representing 24 blocks of the district.

The championship is being organised under the directions of Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Suse, as part of sustained efforts to channelize the energy of youth towards constructive and competitive sporting activities. The event was formally inaugurated by  Assistant Commissioner Kupwara,(ACR)Peerzada Mumtaz Ahmad  in the presence of DYSSO Kupwara, Nazir Ahmed and officials of the Youth Services & Sports Department.

Speaking on the occasion, the ACR  highlighted the importance of sports in fostering discipline, teamwork, and a spirit of healthy competition among youth. He emphasized that such platforms not only nurture sporting talent at the grassroots level but also contribute to the overall physical and mental well-being of young participants.

The Youth Services & Sports Department has devised a comprehensive calendar of sports activities across the district to ensure sustained engagement of youth in positive pursuits. The initiative aims to provide equal opportunities to aspiring sportspersons from all blocks and to identify promising talent for higher-level competitions.

The championship will continue over the coming days, with teams competing in a vibrant display of skill, sportsmanship, and unity, reflecting the growing enthusiasm for sports across Kupwara district.

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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.

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