ANANTNAG: As part of the 100 Day Nasha Mukt J&K Campaign, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK)-Anantnag, SKUAST-K on Monday organized an extensive awareness programme on drug abuse at its Dooru campus.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from senior officers from civil administration and police, government officials, students, civil society members, religious figures, farmers, academicians, and youth representatives who collectively pledged to contribute towards building a drug-free society.

Addressing the gathering, SDM Dooru Parvaiz Rahim, who was the Chief Guest on the occasion, emphasized the need for sustained community participation, grassroot awareness, and youth engagement to effectively combat the menace of drug addiction. He called for collective societal action involving all stakeholders to eradicate substance abuse and safeguard the future generations.

Delivering a motivating lecture, the Senior Scientist KVK, Dr. Ishtiyaq Ahmad Khan advised the students and youth to follow the path of discipline and determination to save themselves from drugs and to develop into responsible citizens. He briefed about the evolution of the centre as a scientific and agricultural extension institution, adding the organization is addressing key societal concerns affecting rural communities and youth.

Speaking on the occasion, the SHO Dooru sensitized the participants regarding the legal implications of drug abuse and narcotics trafficking. He urged students, parents, and society to remain vigilant against drug peddlers so the youth don't fall victim to the addiction. A pledge ceremony was also organized wherein all participants collectively resolved to work towards making the society, district and the country drug-free besides promoting disciplined and healthy lifestyles. 

The programme concluded with a large awareness rally in which hundreds of participants marched from the campus to adjoining villages with great enthusiasm. They carried placards and raised anti-drug slogans like ā€œSay No to Drugs, Yes to Lifeā€ to sensitize the general public about the harmful effects of substance abuse.

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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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