JAMMU: The NCORD Cell of Government College for Women Parade Ground, in collaboration with District Administration, Jammu today organized an awareness camp as part of "Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan" initiative. The programme, hosted under the supervision of College Principal, Dr Ravinder Kumar Tickoo and Tehsildar Jammu Khas Paramdeep Singh, aimed at to sensitize students about the growing menace of drug addiction & highlight the devastating consequences of substance abuse on individuals and the society as a whole.    

The program featured expert talks by health professionals Dr Arti Sharma and Dr Vandana Abrol, SHO Police Station Pacca Danga, Rakesh Jamwal and Tehsil Social Welfare Officer Manjeet Singh. THEY highlighted the harmful effects of drug abuse, early signs of addiction, the importance of early intervention, rehabilitation, and societal support to persons struggling with addiction.

The students actively participated in the session, asking questions and engaging in meaningful discussions about how to avoid and overcome the dangers of substance use. The speakers shared different helpline numbers with the students to report and seek help for those entangled in the problem. The Principal appreciated the initiative and stressed the importance of continuous awareness campaigns to combat this societal challenge. He encouraged students to become ambassadors of change and spread awareness among peers and 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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