PULWAMA: Continuing its intensified Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) campaign under the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, district administration Pulwama in collaboration with the District Social Welfare Office Pulwama today conducted a series of awareness programmes across various schools of the district.

These programmes aimed to sensitise students about the ill effects of substance abuse, and foster a culture of awareness and responsibility among the youth. During the sessions, resource persons engaged students through interactive lectures and real-life case discussions, highlighting the psychological, physical and social consequences of drug addiction.

Special emphasis was laid on preventive education, developing a positive and resilient mindset, and the critical role school-going students can play as change-makers within their peer groups and communities. Medical experts from the Health department explained the early signs of addiction and underscored the importance of timely intervention and support. School counsellors and educators encouraged students to adopt healthy coping mechanisms, stay committed to personal growth, and seek help whenever necessary.

Students actively participated in discussions, and took a collective pledge to lead a drug-free life and spread the message within their families and neighbourhoods. On the occasion, various schools also organised poster-making and awareness rallies, adding creative and participatory elements to the campaign. The outreach initiative will continue in the coming days, covering more educational institutions and ensuring that the message of prevention, awareness and support reaches every corner of the district.

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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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