ANANTNAG: In a concerted effort to combat the menace of drug abuse, the Drugs Control Department and the Anantnag Police have launched a joint operation to curb the sale and misuse of prescription drugs within the district.

In this connection, a raid was conducted by the Drug Control officers and local police in Bijbehara, and a medical agency run by Shakeel Ahmad Ahanger at Veer Road Zirpara was found to be operating in violation of licensing norms and conditions. The agency was found to be in possession of invoices of habit-forming codeine formulations generated under the name of another medical agency.

A thorough investigation has been initiated to identify and apprehend those involved in the illicit supply chain of these habit forming drugs. Medicines worth lakhs of rupees have been seized from the said premises, and legal action is being taken against the accused under the provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.

This joint operation underscores the commitment of the police and the Drugs Control Department to safeguarding the health and well-being of the community. The authorities have assured the public of stringent measures to prevent the proliferation of drugs and to hold offenders accountable for their actions.

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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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