POONCH: The Department of Social Welfare, Poonch organised a Nasha Mukt Khel Mela at Government Higher Secondary School Seri Khawaja under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, spreading the message “Say Yes to Life, No to Drugs.”

More than 300 student athletes enthusiastically participated in the sports competitions including Kabaddi, Kho Kho, Volleyball, Badminton and Shot Put. The participants displayed remarkable energy, discipline and sportsmanship during the event.

The programme was organised on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Ashok Kumar Sharma, who has emphasised taking such awareness and youth engagement activities to rural and far flung areas. Earlier, the department organised a similar programme at Government Higher Secondary School Chandak.

The Principal of the institution, former PRI members, local youth and residents of the area appreciated the initiative of the Social Welfare Department, stating that such activities help in channelising the energy of youth towards sports and healthy lifestyles, keeping them away from drug abuse. A large number of locals witnessed the mela and encouraged the participating athletes. Refreshments were also provided to all the participants.

Earlier,District Social Welfare Officer Khalil A. Banday welcomed the guests and thanked the school administration, staff, students and athletes for their cooperation and active participation.

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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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