SHOPIAN: As part of the ongoing 100 Day Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan (NMJKA), a series of awareness and outreach activities were conducted across various educational institutions, business establishments, workplaces, and public spaces in Shopian district to spread awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse and to promote a healthy, addiction-free society.

The awareness programmes witnessed active participation from students, teachers, shopkeepers, cold store workers, employees, and members of the local community. During the activities, participants were sensitized about the social, economic, and health-related consequences of substance abuse and were encouraged to play an active role in preventing drug addiction within their families and communities.

Awareness rallies, yoga sessions, pledge-taking ceremonies, interactive sessions, distribution of awareness material, and community outreach programmes were organized at different locations. The participants collectively pledged to remain vigilant against the menace of drugs and to contribute towards creating a safer and healthier environment for future generations.

The campaign highlighted the vital role of awareness, education, and community engagement in addressing the challenge of substance abuse. Participants were encouraged to act as ambassadors of change and spread the message of a drug-free society within their respective communities.

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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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