SRINAGAR: As part of the ongoing ‘Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan,’ Cultural Unit Srinagar, Department of Information & Public Relations (DIPR) organized multiple impactful awareness programmes on Thursday in collaboration with various government and private schools of Srinagar including Linton Hall Rajbagh, Bonvivant School Eidgah, GBHS Dara Harwan, GBHS New Theed Harwan and GBSS Rangteng Nawakadal Srinagar.

The highlight of the programmes were short plays presented by local Artist groups carrying a strong social message against drug abuse, which received wide appreciation from students, teachers, and participants for its powerful delivery. The events also featured a pledge ceremony and an inspiring speech by the Cultural Officer Srinagar, urging the youth to lead disciplined, healthy lives and to stand united against the menace of drugs.

Principals and Heads of the institutions lauded the efforts of the Cultural Unit Srinagar and praised the keen commitment of Burhan Hussain, Cultural officer at JDI-K in steering the campaign with dedication, ensuring that awareness reaches every section of society and strengthening the collective resolve to make Srinagar a drug-free city.

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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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