AWANTIPORA: Under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, Police continued its sustained efforts against drug abuse and narcotics related activities by conducting raids at multiple locations and organising awareness programmes across Tral area to strengthen the campaign against substance abuse.

As part of the drive, narcotics raids were conducted at Razak Shah Tral and Lalgam to curb drug related activities and identify individuals involved in illegal narcotics networks. Simultaneously, awareness programmes were organised at various locations to educate people, especially youth, about the harmful effects of drug abuse and encourage community participation in eradicating the menace from society.

An awareness programme was conducted at Sumo Stand Tral, while similar programmes were organised at Government Higher Secondary School Ladhoo and Government Higher Secondary School Batagund Tral. The programmes witnessed active participation from students, teachers, transport workers, and members of the public.

J&K Police reiterated its commitment towards making society drug free and urged citizens to cooperate and share information regarding drug peddling or substance abuse for collective action against the menace.

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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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