SHOPIAN: Continuing its sustained efforts to eradicate the drug menace under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, J&K Police in Shopian conducted a special anti-narcotics drive in the Wachi and Hermain areas of the district to identify and destroy wild cannabis growth.

During the drive, police teams surveyed various locations in Darbagh Wachi & Hermain villages as well as their adjoining areas, where wild cannabis plants were found growing naturally along roadsides, pathways, agricultural land boundaries and other unattended patches of land. The identified plants were uprooted and destroyed on the spot to prevent their possible misuse for narcotic purposes.

The initiative forms part of the sustained efforts of Police to combat the drug menace by eliminating potential sources of narcotic substances and raising awareness among local communities. Such drives are being conducted regularly across the district to ensure a drug-free and healthy environment.

Police urges the general public to remain vigilant and cooperate by reporting any instances of illegal cultivation, drug trafficking or substance abuse to the nearest police establishment. J&K police reiterates its firm commitment towards realizing the vision of a Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir through continued preventive and enforcement measures.

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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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