HANDWARA: Police in Handwara organised a one-day workshop at DPO Handwara on NDPS case investigation, and prosecution failures. The session was chaired by SSP Handwara Shri Mushtaq Ahmed Chowdhary-JKPS, and attended by senior officers, SHOs, IOs, and experts from the Prosecution, Medical, and Education sectors.

Special emphasis was laid on case studies of prosecution failures in NDPS cases and measures required to ensure conviction of offenders. SrPO Shri Masroor Ahmad highlighted key legal provisions of the NDPS Act and stressed the importance of independent witnesses, proper documentation, and strict adherence to procedures.

From the medical fraternity, Dr Nighat Akbar and Dr Owais Baba shared insights on identifying substance abuse and regulating misuse of pharmaceuticals. From the education sector, Mr. Mushtaq Ahmed and Ms. Khalida Banday spoke on the role of schools in detecting early signs of drug abuse among students.

SSP Handwara underlined that learning from past failures will help build strong, watertight cases and reaffirmed the Police’s commitment to eradicating the drug menace.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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