SRINAGAR: Government College for Women (GCW), Nawakadal, Srinagar, today organized a one-day Rehabilitation Awareness Camp on the theme “Recovery is Possible: Understanding Substance Use Disorders and Rehabilitation” under the nationwide Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan campaign.

The programme was organized by the College Well-Being and Anti-Substance Cell (CWASC) and coordinated by Dr. Nuzhat Jan, Programme Coordinator, and Dr. Waseem Ahmad, Nodal Officer. The awareness camp aimed to educate participants about the causes, consequences and treatment of substance use disorders, while promoting a supportive environment for recovery and rehabilitation.

Principal of the college, Prof. (Dr.) Huda Galzai, addressed the gathering and emphasized the importance of institutional safeguards, awareness and student welfare initiatives in combating substance abuse. She underscored the collective responsibility of educational institutions in fostering healthy and supportive learning environments.. Dr. Nuzhat Jan also shared her vision for sustained campus wellness programmes and highlighted the significance of continuous awareness and counselling initiatives to promote mental health and well-being among students.

On the occasion, Resource Person Dr. Nowfeema Nizam, Senior Resident, IMHANS Srinagar, delivered a keynote lecture highlighting the medical and psychological dimensions of substance use disorders. She provided valuable insights into prevention strategies, available treatment options and successful pathways to de-addiction and rehabilitation.

The camp witnessed enthusiastic participation from teaching and non-teaching faculty members as well as staff, who actively engaged in interactive discussions on substance abuse prevention, rehabilitation and community support mechanisms. The programme concluded with a renewed commitment towards creating a drug-free society and strengthening awareness efforts under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.

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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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