UDHAMPUR: The Indian Red Cross Society J&K, in collaboration with the District Red Cross Society Udhampur and Government Degree College Ramnagar today organised a drug de-addiction awareness programme under the theme Say No to Drugs, Say Yes to Life at GDC Ramnagar. Principal of the College, Dr D. S Manhas was the chief guest, while Secretary District Red Cross Society Udhampur presided over the programme.

The programme was attended by S.L Bhardwaj, Secretary, District Red Cross Society Udhampur; Ashok Chandel from the Indian Red Cross Society, J&K,  tehsil-level officers, faculty members, staff and a large number of students.

The chief guest highlighted the growing menace of substance abuse and stressed the pivotal role of youth in building a drug-free society. Students were encouraged to actively participate in awareness campaigns and serve as ambassadors of positive change by spreading the anti-drug message among their peers, families and communities.

Resource persons Dr. Manpreet Kour and Vormica Marbha from the Indian Red Cross Society, J&K sensitised the students about the harmful effects of drug abuse. They elaborated on the social, economic and health consequences of addiction and urged the youth to adopt a healthy, responsible and drug-free lifestyle.

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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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