In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Jammu has firmly established itself on the global running map. It promises a surge in tourism to our enchanting city, benefiting Trade and Businesses and heralding an era of comprehensive development: LG Sinha
  • Jammu Marathon symbolizes the profound transformation J&K has embraced since 2019. Peace, prosperity and enabling conditions have made the UT a destination for world-class events. Its dream realised at last, as after seven decades, J&K claims its rightful place on the global stage: LG
  • I see the marathon as the one event where runners don’t worry about trophies, rankings, or medals. They just think about the next step. And that’s the biggest lesson from a marathon: LG Sinha
  • Jammu Kashmir itself embodies this principle. Since 2019, we have advanced one step at a time, crafting a new identity for this Union Territory. We have transformed it into a hub of peace and prosperity, now capable of hosting international marathons, cricket tournaments, and even international events: LG
  • Lieutenant Governor said that long-awaited dreams and aspirations are becoming a reality
  • Through Jammu Marathon, you have not only discovered new experiences within yourselves but also witnessed the profound changes sweeping Jammu Kashmir: LG to participants
  • Lieutenant Governor observed that fueled by the citizens' unyielding resolve, Jammu Kashmir Union Territory is setting new benchmarks in development
  • The renewed resolve taking root in our sporting arena. I'm especially delighted that, in pursuit of Fit India, we are also igniting a new sporting revolution in Jammu Kashmir: LG Sinha
  • Lieutenant Governor said when GOI first conceived the Kashmir Marathon in December 2023 meeting, the goal wasn't just to organize a race but it envisioned a new Jammu Kashmir announcing its arrival on the global sporting stage

JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Sunday said that the Jammu Marathon symbolizes the profound transformation Jammu Kashmir has embraced since 2019. “Peace, prosperity and enabling conditions have made the UT a destination for world-class events. Its dream realised at last, as after seven decades, J&K claims its rightful place on the global stage,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the felicitation ceremony of Jammu Marathon at MA Stadium, Jammu. The first-ever International Half Marathon in Jammu, organized by J&K Tourism department, featuring 21 km, 10 km and 5 km race categories, witnessed the participation of more than 3000 runners from across the country and abroad.

Terming the Jammu Marathon as a historic milestone, the Lieutenant Governor said that the Jammu has firmly established itself on the global running map. He said the success of the mega event promises a surge in tourism to the enchanting city of Jammu, benefiting Trade and Businesses and heralding an era of comprehensive development. “I see the marathon as the one event where runners don't worry about trophies, rankings, or medals. They just think about the next step. And that's the biggest lesson from a marathon.

Jammu Kashmir itself embodies this principle. Since 2019, we have advanced one step at a time, crafting a new identity for this Union Territory. We have transformed it into a hub of peace and prosperity, now capable of hosting international marathons, cricket tournaments, and even international events,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

The Lieutenant Governor said when Government of India first conceived the Kashmir Marathon in December 2023 meeting, the goal wasn't just to organize a race but it envisioned a new Jammu Kashmir announcing its arrival on the global sporting stage. “Under the leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, Jammu Kashmir is now showcasing its boundless tourism potential on the world map,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

The Lieutenant Governor said that long-awaited dreams and aspirations are becoming a reality. “Through Jammu Marathon, the participants have not only discovered new experiences within themselves but also witnessed the profound changes sweeping Jammu Kashmir,” he said.

The Lieutenant Governor observed that fueled by the citizens' unyielding resolve, Jammu Kashmir Union Territory is setting new benchmarks in development. “The renewed resolve taking root in our sporting arena. I am especially delighted that, in pursuit of Fit India, we are also igniting a new sporting revolution in Jammu Kashmir,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

Shri Satish Sharma, Minister for Youth Services & Sports; Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Dr. Ashish Chandra Verma, Additional Chief Secretary Tourism Department; Shri Ramesh Kumar, Divisional Commissioner Jammu; Shri Bhim Sen Tuti, IGP Jammu and senior officials of civil and police administration were present. Film actors Shri Milind Soman and Ms Gul Panag; prominent citizens, sportspersons and youth in large number also attended the felicitation ceremony.

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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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