JAMMU: District Administration Jammu, in collaboration with Government Maulana Azad Memorial College a one-day seminar on “Nasha Mukt Bharat to Viksit Bharat.” The event, held on the second day of the Induction/Orientation Programme, was coordinated by the NCORD Cell and the Student Welfare Committee of the college.

The programme began with a welcome address, followed by an interactive session on drug abuse awareness. Speakers highlighted the growing challenge of drug menace among youth and stressed the need for a multi-pronged approach involving education, awareness and community action. The session emphasised equipping students with adequate knowledge so that drug abuse can be effectively prevented. A skit on Nasha Mukt Bharat was later performed by students from NCC and NSS Units.

Medical experts also addressed the gathering, explaining the biological impact of drug use and the medical and psychiatric interventions available, including de-addiction and substitute therapies. The programme concluded with an Anti-Drug Pledge Ceremony, in which students, staff and guests participated. Principal Prof. Archana Kaul interacted with the gathering and stressed the importance of organising such awareness programmes in educational institutions.

The event saw participation of all staff members of the college along with representatives from the Social Welfare, Police and Education departments. The day’s programme was coordinated by faculty members of the college and a vote of thanks was presented at the end.

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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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