JAMMU: A series of drug awareness programmes were today organised across various Government Higher Secondary Schools in District Jammu as part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. The aim of these programmes was to educate students and the society about the harmful effects of substance abuse and to promote a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.

At Government Higher Secondary School, Channi Himmat, the event was held in the presence of Member Legislative Assembly, Choudhary Vikram Randhawa, who graced the occasion as Chief Guest. In his address, the MLA stressed the importance of raising awareness among youth to curb the menace of drug addiction. Health experts from the Department of Health Services, along with senior officials from the Police and Social Welfare Departments, sensitised the students about the psychological and physical consequences of drug abuse.

Similar awareness events were held at GHSS Bishnah, GHSS Kathar, GHSS Salehar, PM Shri GHSS Sohal and other institutions, witnessing active participation of students, teachers, SMDC members, parents and local stakeholders. Activities such as Nukkad Nataks, poem recitations in Dogri, motivational talks and awareness lectures were organised to engage participants and spread the message effectively. The programmes concluded with an anti-drug pledge, wherein all attendees resolved to work towards a drug-free society.

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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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