SRINAGAR: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Srinagar, organized an awareness programme on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and Drug Abuse at Government Boys Higher Secondary School (GBHSS), Nowpora. 

The event was held under the leadership of  Member Secretary, J&K Legal Services Authority, Shazia Tabassum, under the chairmanship of   Principal District and Sessions Judge, Srinagar, Tasleem Arief, and under the supervision of  Sub-Judge/Secretary, DLSA Srinagar, Sajad Ur Rehman.

During the programme, Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defence Counsel, DLSA Srinagar, Zeenat addressed the students on the alarming rise of drug abuse among youth. She highlighted how substance abuse not only endangers physical and mental health but also disrupts families and society at large. She urged the students to stay away from drugs, make informed choices, and act as ambassadors of awareness within their peer groups to build a drug-free community.

Assistant Legal Aid Defence Counsel, DLSA Srinagar, sensitized the students about the provisions and importance of the POCSO Act, emphasizing the legal safeguards available for the protection of children from sexual offences. She explained how the Act ensures a child-friendly approach in reporting, recording of evidence, and speedy trial of cases. She also encouraged students to speak up fearlessly against any form of abuse and to be aware of their legal rights and available support mechanisms.

The programme concluded with an interactive session where students actively participated and raised queries regarding the topics discussed.  The DLSA Srinagar reiterated its commitment to continue such awareness initiatives in educational institutions to promote legal literacy and social responsibility among the youth.         

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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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