DODA: MY Bharat Kendra Doda, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India today organised the "Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat" programme at the Community Hall Doda to spread awareness among youth about the harmful effects of substance abuse and encourage their active participation in building a healthy, empowered and developed India.

District Youth Officer, MY Bharat Doda Sandeep welcomed the chief guest, district officers and participants. He highlighted the initiatives being undertaken under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and urged young people to become ambassadors against drug abuse by contributing towards the creation of a drug-free society.

Chief Education Officer emphasized that a drug-free society forms the foundation of a developed nation. He called upon educational institutions, parents and society to work together to protect the younger generation from the menace of drugs. He also highlighted the initiatives taken by the School Education Department to generate awareness and eradicate the drug menace among youth.

The Chief Guest, District Development Commissioner (DDC) Doda Krishan Lal, while addressing the gathering underscored the important role of youth in building a developed India. He said that drug abuse is a serious threat to the future of the younger generation and stressed that youth are the backbone of the nation. He called upon all sections of society to join hands in eliminating the drug menace and reiterated the district administration's commitment to preventing substance abuse, rehabilitating affected individuals and making Doda a drug-free district.

To engage youth creatively and spread the anti-drug message, a series of competitions were organised including Debate, Reel Making, Nukkad Natak, Solo Song, Group Dance, Slogan Writing, Slam Poetry and Painting competitions. Participants conveyed powerful messages against drug abuse through their performances and creative expressions. The winners and participants were felicitated with awards and certificates in recognition of their outstanding performances and active participation.

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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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