BUDGAM: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Budgam organized an awareness programme on NALSA DAWN — Drug Awareness and Wellness Navigation for a Drug-Free India at Government Middle School, Burgroo. The event was held under the supervision of O.P. Bhagat, Chairman, DLSA, Budgam, and the guidance of Nusrat Ali Hakak, Secretary, DLSA Budgam.

Programme aimed to highlight the NALSA DAWN scheme, 2025, which adopts a comprehensive approach by establishing district-level units to ensure access to justice, spread legal awareness, and support victims of drug abuse, ultimately paving the way for a healthier, safer, and drug-free society.

PLVs deputed by DLSA Budgam as resource persons emphasized on the psychological, social, and legal consequences of drug abuse, informed participants about the available legal support and rehabilitation measures under the DAWN Scheme. They motivated youth to act as ambassadors of change in combating the menace of drugs.

The programme aimed at educating students and the community about the dangers of substance abuse while encouraging collective efforts to build a drug-free society. Teachers and students of Government Middle School, Burgroo, actively participated with great enthusiasm, making the programme a resounding success with significant participation from teachers, students, and other community members.

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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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