GANDERBAL: Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking under the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, J&K Police in Ganderbal achieved another significant success by apprehending a notorious Drug Peddler and recovered a substantial quantity of contraband substance from his possession.

A police team of Police Post Nagbal, during Naka Checking at Dar Mohallah Baba-Diryadin apprehended a suspicious individual. Upon search, Bhung Patri (Ganja-like substance) weighing approximately 1.848 kilograms was recovered from his possession. The accused has been identified as Md Qudus son of Md Sabir resident of Bihari Gunj, District Madhepura, Bihar.

During preliminary enquiry, it surfaced that the accused was actively involved in peddling narcotic substances among local youth, thereby posing a serious threat to society and public health. Acting promptly, the police took cognizance of the matter and registered a case FIR No.106/2026, under relevant provisions of the NDPS Act at Police Station Ganderbal. Further investigation into the case is underway to ascertain backward and forward linkages of the drug network.

Police remains steadfast in its commitment to eradicate the menace of drugs from society and appeals to the general public to extend their cooperation by sharing any information related to drug peddling or other criminal activities. The identity of informants shall be kept strictly confidential.

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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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