• Illegal structures raised by NDPS accused demolished on state land

KULGAM: In a significant action against the narcotics network and illegal encroachments, J&K Police in Kulgam, in close coordination with the Revenue Department, carried out a demolition drive at Survey No. 197 situated at village Drien Dawlatabad.

During the operation, two illegal shops constructed over State land by notorious NDPS accused Zahoor Ahmad Sheikh S/o Mohd. Jamal Sheikh R/o Drinen were demolished in accordance with law. The accused is involved in four NDPS cases, Viz; FIR No. 150/2018, FIR No. 251/2020, FIR No. 87/2020 & FIR No. 101/2023. Apart from the above, he is also involved in five other local/stone pelting related cases.

Senior Superintendent of Police Kulgam, stated that Kulgam Police is committed to dismantling the ecosystem of drug peddling and criminal activities in the district. He reiterated that strict action against drug peddlers, habitual offenders, and persons involved in illegal encroachments over State land will continue in close coordination with the civil administration. The SSP further stated that the ongoing campaign against narcotics is aimed at safeguarding the youth from the menace of drugs and ensuring a peaceful, secure, and drug-free society.

He also appealed to the general public, especially the youth and community elders, to come forward and cooperate with Police in the fight against drug abuse by sharing information related to drug peddling and other unlawful activities, assuring that the identity of informants shall be kept strictly confidential.

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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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