BARAMULLA: Continuing its sustained efforts against drug abuse, J&K Police today organised an anti-drug rally in collaboration with the Chemist Association Pattan at Pattan besides, organised various Nasha Mukt Bharat awareness rally and conducted a special checking drive in Baramulla.

Baramulla Police today organised an anti-drug rally in collaboration with the Chemist Association Pattan at Pattan. The rally witnessed active participation of SDPO Pattan, officials from the Drug Control Department including Drug Controller and Drug Inspector, along with medical shop owners and pharmacists from the area. The rally commenced from Trauma Hospital Pattan and culminated at Pandav Park Pattan, with participants raising awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse and the need for collective action to eradicate this menace from society.

Baramulla Police conducted a special checking drive within the jurisdiction of PP Delina. During the drive, multiple medical shops operating in Delina were thoroughly inspected. The inspection focused on identifying the availability, stocking, and sale of banned, expired, or restricted pharmaceutical substances, particularly those falling under NDPS regulations and other prohibited categories. All shop owners were directed to produce valid licenses, purchase records, and stock registers for verification. They were strictly instructed to ensure that no banned or unauthorized medicines are stocked or sold under any circumstances. Awareness was also imparted regarding the legal consequences of violating pharmaceutical regulations and involvement in illegal drug distribution. No banned medicines were found in possession of the medical shops, and records were found to be in order.

In continuation of its outreach initiatives, Police also organised a Nasha Mukt Bharat awareness rally at Government Girls Middle School Misahib, Old Town. The rally witnessed active participation of students and staff, spreading the message against drug abuse and promoting a healthy lifestyle. Further, an awareness programme under the banner of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan was successfully conducted at Public School Delina.

The programme aimed at sensitizing students and staff about the harmful effects of drug abuse and the importance of leading a drug-free life. Participants were educated about the social, psychological, and legal consequences of substance abuse and were encouraged to act as responsible citizens in spreading awareness within society. The students actively participated and pledged to stay away from drugs and contribute towards building a drug-free nation. J&K Police reaffirmed its commitment to continue strict enforcement as well as awareness initiatives to curb the menace of drug abuse and to work collectively with the community towards a drug-free society.

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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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