• Stresses on relentless IEC campaigns, rehabilitation of affected, stringent enforcement

BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, today said that the intensified crackdown against drugs shall continue across Budgam. He said this while chairing the 49th District-Level NCORD meeting at the Conference Hall, Budgam, along with SSP Budgam Hariprasad KK. At the outset, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed ongoing anti-drug measures, rehabilitation efforts, and awareness activities in the district. He appreciated coordinated efforts under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan over the last 100 days and progress made to curb the menace in the District.

Underscoring need for sustained and intensified anti-drug drive with strong IEC campaigns, the Deputy Commissioner instructed for maintaining strict vigil around educational institutions, and regular inspections to protect youth falling prey to handlers. He stressed 100 percent  outreach for affected individuals, ensuring their  timely treatment, counselling, and rehabilitation.

The Deputy Commissioner also directed intensified action against illegal cultivation of cannabis, poppy, and other drugs, and removal of such crops from all areas. Instructions were given for 100 percent CCTV coverage and Computerised Billing Systems in all chemist shops, with strict monitoring and action against violations.

The DC underscored need for close inter-departmental coordination to identify and destroy illicit crops. He further instructed that the Addiction Treatment Facility at District Hospital Budgam remain fully functional 24x7 and called for strengthening the Drug De-Addiction Centre for better treatment and follow-up care.

SSP Budgam emphasized stronger coordination among departments and intensified action against drug peddlers and traffickers. Among others, the meeting was attended by SDM Khansahib, DSWO, officers from Health, Education, Excise, Police and other departments.

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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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