In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

SOPORE: The ‘Volleyball Championship’ organised by Police in Sopore under the Civic Action Programme concluded today at Khushal Sports Stadium, Sopore, witnessing enthusiastic participation from youth and wide support from the local community.

A total of eight volleyball teams/clubs from different areas of Police District Sopore participated in the tournament. The final match was played between Khelo India Volleyball Club and Amargarh Volleyball Club, drawing a large audience.

The concluding event was attended by ADC Sopore Shri Shabir Raina, JKAS, Joint Director School Education Baramulla Shri Javed Hakeem, along with a large number of youth, members of civil society, educationists and representatives of trade bodies, who appreciated the initiative and encouraged the participating players.

The championship received an overwhelming response from players and spectators alike. Participating teams expressed gratitude to Sopore Police for organising the tournament and providing a constructive platform for sporting talent and healthy competition.

Addressing the gathering, SSP Sopore Shri Iftkhar Talib-JKPS, congratulated the finalist teams and extended best wishes to all participants. He encouraged young players to channel their energy positively through sports, highlighting that sporting activities promote discipline, teamwork, resilience and positive engagement.

The primary objective of organising such events is to promote peace, brotherhood and healthy engagement among youth, while steering them away from the menace of drug abuse and other social evils.

Police reiterated their commitment to continue youth-centric sports and community initiatives aimed at strengthening police-public relations and fostering a strong sporting culture across the district.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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