GANDERBAL: To assess and reinforce the district’s anti-narcotics efforts, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today chaired the monthly meeting of the District-Level Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) at the V.C. Room of Mini Secretariat Ganderbal.

During the meeting, DC reviewed the Action Taken Report on directives issued in the previous NCORD meeting. Emphasizing the need for a more aggressive and collaborative approach, he called for enhanced strategies focusing on prevention, surveillance, and community engagement.

Key directives were issued to various departments, including the enforcement of computerized billing systems in medical establishments, installation of CCTV cameras, strict action against drug peddlers, and the intensification of awareness campaigns to curb drug abuse.

DC also reviewed the awareness initiatives conducted under the Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir campaign. He instructed the concerned departments to expand their outreach by organizing awareness drives, sports events, and creative programs, particularly targeting vulnerable sections of society.

While addressing the officers, DC stressed that all decisions made during the meeting must be implemented in letter and spirit. He urged for seamless inter-departmental coordination to achieve the shared goal of a drug-free Ganderbal.

The meeting was attended by the Chief Planning Officer, Chief Education Officer, Chief Agriculture Officer, Chief Medical Officer, District Social Welfare Officer, District Officer Youth Services and Sorts, Tehsildars, Block Development Officers, and representatives from the Police, Excise Department, Intelligence Bureau, and other concerned departments.

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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.

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