• Admin. adopting multipronged approach to curb this menace: DC Athar

KULGAM: Municipal Council Kulgam, in collaboration with the District Administration Kulgam, today organized a mega awareness programme under Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan at the Conference Hall, Mini Secretariat Kulgam. The event was presided over by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan.

Addressing the occasion, DC said that drugs not only ruin individual lives but also disrupt families and communities. He further highlighted various initiatives undertaken by the district administration to curb the menace of drug addiction, adding that a fully functional Drug De-addiction Centre is operational in Kulgam to provide support and rehabilitation to affected individuals.

Resource persons also deliberated on the theme and shared valuable insights on the psychological, social and legal aspects of substance abuse, as well as strategies for prevention and community engagement. Adding a creative touch to the programme, artists from Yadgar Music and Art presented a thought-provoking skit on drug abuse and its impact on youth and society. The performance was well-received and left a strong impression on the audience.

The event saw active participation from officials, students, civil society members, and the general public. ADC Viqar Ahmed Giri; JDP Zahid Sajjad; SDM, Bashir Ul Hassan and other officers also attended the programme.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). ā€œHis article, ā€˜When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.ā€.  Read the message here
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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following šŸ‘‡