SHOPIAN: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta today flagged off an Anti-Tobacco awareness rally from the Mini Secretariat, Shopian, marking the beginning of a 60-day Youth Campaign against tobacco use.

The rally, organized under the National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP) by the Health Department Shopian, aims to sensitize the youth and general public about the ill effects of tobacco consumption and to promote a tobacco-free society.

Speaking on the occasion, the DC emphasized the need for collective efforts to eradicate tobacco use from society. He highlighted that such awareness drives play a crucial role in shaping a healthy and responsible young generation.

The DC further urged educational institutions, health workers and NGOs to actively contribute towards spreading awareness in rural as well as urban areas and to ensure strict implementation of anti-tobacco laws.

The campaign will continue for two months with multiple activities including seminars, workshops and community outreach programmes across different blocks of Shopian district.CMO, Dr. Arshid Hussain Tak, BMOs, students, volunteers, health officials and members of civil society participated in the rally carrying placards and raising slogans against tobacco use.

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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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