SRINAGAR: As part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan, Cultural Unit Srinagar of the Department of Information & Public Relations (DIPR) today organized an awareness programme at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Shalimar Campus.

The programme featured a compelling short play staged by a local artist group, highlighting the harmful impact of drug addiction on youth and society. The performance was followed with great interest by the faculty, students, and staff, sparking meaningful discussions on preventive measures.

Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, Vice-Chancellor of SKUAST-K, lauded the initiative and stressed the responsibility of academic institutions in guiding students towards a healthy, productive life.

Burhan Hussain, Cultural Officer, in his address, emphasized the role of cultural activities as powerful tools for social awareness and behaviour change. The event concluded with a pledge by all attendees to contribute towards building a drug-free and progressive society.

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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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