KATRA: In a significant step towards strengthening sports infrastructure and athlete welfare, a modern hostel mess facility for athletes of the Shrine Board Sports Complex, was inaugurated at Ashirwad Complex, by Sh. Sachin Kumar Vaishya, Chief Executive Officer, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB).

The newly established mess facility will cater to over 100 athletes from various sports disciplines, providing them with hygienic, nutritious and balanced meals. The menu has been scientifically designed by a qualified nutritionist of the Shrine Board to meet the dietary requirements of sportspersons and enhance their performance and overall well-being.

Speaking on the occasion, the CEO highlighted that the initiative reflects the Shrine Board’s continued commitment to promoting sports culture and ensuring holistic development of athletes. He emphasized that proper nutrition plays a vital role in improving stamina, recovery, performance and the new facility will greatly benefit the resident athletes.

The CEO further stated that this initiative has been undertaken under the visionary leadership of Sh. Manoj Sinha, Hon'ble Chairman, SMVDSB, who has consistently stressed on developing world-class sports facilities and nurturing young talent.

The athletes and coaches expressed gratitude to the Shrine Board for providing such a dedicated and well-equipped facility, which will significantly contribute to their training and performance. With this addition, the Shrine Board continues to expand its efforts in creating a comprehensive and supportive ecosystem for sports development in the region.

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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.

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