• Instructions passed for implementation of comprehensive Awareness programme

KULGAM: A meeting of the District Level Committee under the Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) was today held at Kulgam to discuss various measures aimed at curbing drug abuse and narcotic trade in the district. The meeting convened by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan, reviewed the implementation of decisions and directives passed in previous sessions.

A thorough discussion was held on several issues related to drug addiction, areas of concern, hotspots of drug use, and the actions taken by the concerned departments to combat the menace of drugs. The meeting also focused on the efforts of enforcement agencies in addressing drug abuse and narcotic trafficking within the district.

It was reported that 54 Panchayats comprising 70 villages in the district have been declared drug-free till date. It was also shared that during the current month, 05 drug peddlers were arrested, and 04 FIRs were registered. The chair instructed the concerned officials to convene regular meetings of Tehsil and Gram Panchayat level committees.

The Assistant Drug Controller reported that they have conducted 102 inspections, subsiding 05 licenses in this month and 29 samples were also lifted and sent for analysis to ascertain the quality parameters in the current month.

It was also shared that the district achieved a 100% target in the installation of CCTV cameras, and efforts are underway to achieve a 100% target in CBS. The meeting was attended by ACR, CMO, AD-SP, Tehsildars and other NCORD Committee members.

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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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