BUDGAM: As part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA), a series of awareness, outreach and enforcement activities were conducted across District Budgam today to strengthen efforts against drug abuse and promote a healthy, drug-free society.

A Drug Awareness Programme was organized at Khag with participation from officials of various departments, social activists, chemists and senior citizens. The programme focused on sensitizing participants about the harmful effects of drug abuse and the importance of community participation in preventing substance addiction among youth.

Meanwhile, enforcement activities under the campaign were also intensified. A destruction drive was carried out in village Mazhama of Tehsil Magam, where wild cannabis growing on  vulnerable areas was eradicated through coordinated efforts of the concerned departments.

The programmes highlighted the significance of awareness generation, preventive measures and collective action in addressing the challenge of drug abuse. Participants were encouraged to act as ambassadors of change and spread awareness within their communities.

The District Administration Budgam reiterated its commitment towards the objectives of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and called upon all stakeholders to actively contribute towards building a safe, healthy 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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