POONCH: Under the ongoing 100 Day Nasha Mukti Abhiyan, the District Administration Poonch today organized an awareness bike rally to spread the message “Say No to Drugs, Yes to Life” among the masses. The rally was flagged off by Deputy Commissioner Ashok Kumar Sharma in the presence of Senior Superintendent of Police Shafket Hussain Bhat from Sports Stadium.

A large number of officers from district administration, Police, government employees, youth volunteers and citizens actively participated in the rally to raise awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse and to encourage collective action against the menace of drugs in society. The rally passed through Kalai before returning to Poonch town while spreading awareness messages regarding drug abuse prevention and promoting a healthy and drug-free lifestyle.

Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized the importance of public participation in eradicating drug abuse from society and urged the youth to stay away from drugs and contribute towards building a healthy and prosperous community. The participants also raised slogans and carried awareness messages highlighting the need for collective responsibility in combating the growing threat of narcotics and substance abuse.

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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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