DODA: Deputy Commissioner Doda, Harvinder Singh (IAS), today chaired a District Level NCORD Committee meeting at the DC Office Complex to strengthen anti-narcotics measures across the district. The meeting was held in collaboration with SSP Doda, Sandeep Kumar Mehta, and attended by representatives from Health, Education, Forest, Agriculture, Social Welfare, Revenue and other departments, with some joining virtually.

The meeting focused on identifying drug abuse hotspots, enforcement against drug peddlers, and enhancing rehabilitation and awareness efforts. SSP Mehta highlighted ongoing enforcement actions and stressed grassroots intelligence gathering. The DC directed timely submission of Action Taken Reports and formation of vigilance committees in schools and colleges. The Drug De-Addiction Centre counsellor was asked to track links between users and peddlers.

The DFO was directed to initiate destruction drives of wild cannabis and other drug-producing plants. Tehsildars and Executive Officers were instructed to submit reports within 15 days. The ADC was asked to coordinate with XEN PWD to clear illegal growth along roads. The CEO was tasked with conducting anti-drug awareness campaigns in all schools.

The DC reviewed rehabilitation facilities and called for stronger inter-agency coordination, especially with the Narcotics Control Bureau. He reiterated the administration’s commitment to making Doda a drug-free district through sustained, collaborative efforts.

The meeting was attended by ADC Bhaderwah, Principal GDC Doda (Nodal Officer for Degree Colleges), SDMs of Thathri, Assar and Gandoh, Superintendent NCB Zonal Unit Jammu, and officers including Deputy Director Prosecution, ACD, ACP, CEO, CMO, CAO, Tehsildars, BDOs, DFOs, DSWO, Excise and Taxation Officer, District Youth Services & Sports Officer, ATF GMC Doda Nodal Officer, Drugs Inspector and the Drug De-Addiction Centre counsellor.

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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.

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