DODA: Government Degree College (GDC) Kastigarh organised an Awareness Lecture and Pledge-Taking Ceremony under the nationwide Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan, aimed at promoting a drug-free and healthy society.

The programme was conducted under the guidance of Principal of the College, Prof. Koshal Kumar Mangotra, who highlighted the crucial role of educational institutions in shaping responsible and addiction-free youth.

Nodal Officer, Dr. Anupam Lata delivered a detailed and informative awareness lecture focusing on the ill effects of substance abuse and its adverse impact on individuals, families and communities. She stressed the importance of preventive awareness, strong family support and community participation to counter the rising threat of drug addiction.

Following the lecture, a pledge-taking ceremony was organised in which students, teaching and non-teaching staff and various participants vowed to abstain from substance abuse and promote a healthy lifestyle.

The event saw the participation of Social Welfare Department officials including Rehya Manhas and Shazia Anjum, along with Balwan Singh (PE Teacher), Yassir Nazir (Teacher), HC Latif Ahmed and others. The programme concluded with a collective commitment to strengthen the vision of a Nasha Mukht Bharat through continuous awareness, community engagement and youth empowerment.

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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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