BARAMULLA: Continuing its sustained efforts to combat the drug menace and eliminate illicit narcotic cultivation at its source, police in Baramulla conducted extensive wild cannabis (Bhung) destruction drives in different areas of the district.

A major eradication drive was carried out at Najar Mohallah Goshbugh by a police party from Police Post Wussan, where wild cannabis growth was identified and destroyed as part of ongoing preventive measures against narcotics-related activities.

Simultaneously, Police Post Mirgund conducted a targeted wild cannabis destruction drive at key locations adjacent to public infrastructure and state land. During the operation, wild cannabis spread over approximately 10 marlas of state land surrounding the National Highway at Singhpora and the periphery of Jheel Bund Matipora was uprooted, collected and destroyed on the spot in accordance with established legal and environmental procedures.

These drives form part of the broader strategy of Jammu & Kashmir Police to prevent the misuse of wild cannabis by anti-social elements and to ensure safer, drug-free surroundings for the community.

Police remains firmly committed to its ongoing “War on Drugs” and appeals to the public to actively support this mission by reporting any instances of illegal cultivation, trafficking or abuse of narcotic substances in their areas.

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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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