BANDIPORA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora on Tuesday chaired a meeting of the District Level Narco Coordination (NCORD) committee, at mini secretariat Bandipora to review enforcement, prevention and rehabilitation efforts. The meeting discussed threadbare ongoing anti-drug initiatives, including enforcement actions, awareness campaigns and rehabilitation efforts, besides discussed progress made in addressing identified drug hotspots within the district.

At the outset, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Bandipora, Zaffar Husson Shawl briefed the chair regarding action taken report of various departments. Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner (DC), M.A.Qadri emphasised stringent measures against drug peddlers and others involved in illicit drug trade. He stressed for enhanced inter-departmental coordination to ensure effective enforcement of relevant laws.

The DC directed for intensified awareness campaigns targeting vulnerable sections. Hei highlighted the importance of a coordinated and multi-pronged approach to tackle the problem of drug menace and the need for proactive measures and community involvement.

He directed the Drugs Control department to intensify efforts and ensure regular monitoring of CCTVs installed in medical shops besides stressed on strengthening measures to combat the growing menace of drug abuse. Among others the meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Zaffar Husson Shawl, ACD, ARTO, CMO, DIO, DySP and other concerned.

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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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