POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting of District Level NCORD (Narco Coordination Centre) meeting to review the measures undertaken to check drug menace in the district and implementation of 100-Day Nasha Mukt Abhiyan in the district.  The concerned officers briefed the chair regarding the status of anti-drug activities and enforcement measures being carried out in their respective jurisdictions.

The DC asked for thorough inspection of all medical shops by joint teams and recommended strict action against those found involved in the illegal sales. He instructed enforcement agencies to cancel the licences of such establishments as per rules.

Emphasizing the importance of public participation and awareness, the Deputy Commissioner directed the stakeholder departments to organize Nasha Mukt Abhiyan programmes on regular intervals to educate the public about the ill effects of drugs and preventive measures. He instructed officers to submit reports to the district headquarters regarding any suspicious drug-related activities and ensure regular uploading of Nasha Mukt activities on the designated portal.

The meeting was attended by SSP Shafket Hussain Bhat; ADC Tahir Mustafa; ACR Muhammad Sayeed; DFO (T), CMO, SDMs of Mendhar and Surankote, College Heads, Tehsildars, Drug Inspector and other concerned officers and officials.

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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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