SRINAGAR: Excise Range Central Kashmir conducted a powerful awareness campaign against the growing menace of drug abuse at Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Kothibagh. The programme was filled with vibrant activities, a painting competition, nukkad natak, speech competition and a Rally on the theme ā€˜Nasha Mukht J&K Abhiyan.’

Students poured their hearts into their performances, expressing their creativity, fears, and hopes through striking artwork, stirring words, and thought-provoking acts. Their voices carried a strong message, ā€˜Say No to Drugs, Yes to Life.’

Excise officials addressed the gathering with deep concern, sensitising the students about the devastating consequences of drug abuse, not just on individual health, but on families, communities, and the very future of our society. They reminded everyone that the fight against drugs is not the responsibility of law enforcement alone, but a collective mission where every young person has a role to play.

The officials also highlighted the importance of vigilance and encouraged students to make use of the Manas Helpline (1933) to report any drug-related activity, stressing that silence only fuels the spread of this menace.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation and passionate involvement from both students and staff, turning the school into a hub of awareness, creativity, fervour and determination. The campaign reinforced a powerful truth, ā€˜our youth must invest their energy in education, productive hobbies, and positive activities’ not in substances that steal their dreams.

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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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