UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa today convened a meeting with the district and block-level teams constituted for independent verification of the availability of essential drugs and diagnostic facilities across public health institutions, besides reviewing the status of the ATF facility at Government Medical College Udhampur. The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh; Assistant Commissioner Development Om Parkash; Chief Medical Officer, Block Medical Officers and other concerned officers.

The Chief Medical Officer briefed the Deputy Commissioner about the availability of essential medicines and diagnostic services in public health facilities across the district, besides presenting the latest status of the ATF facility at GMC Udhampur.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned officers to ensure effective counselling of drug addicts at the block level and intensify awareness campaigns highlighting the ill effects of substance abuse. He instructed the Block Medical Officers to identify drug addicts, sensitize them about treatment facilities and conduct regular counselling sessions to encourage rehabilitation and recovery.

Emphasizing a coordinated approach to tackle drug abuse, the DC stressed the need for sustained public awareness and community participation to build a healthier and drug-free society.

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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.

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