ANANTNAG, SOPORE & PULWAMA: In a coordinated and intensified drive against drug abuse and regulatory violations under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, Police in Anantnag, Sopore & Pulwama carried out multiple enforcement, inspection, and awareness activities.

In Anantnag, Police along with the Drug Control and Health Departments conducted a surprise inspection of medical shops at Salia, Aishmuqam. During the drive, two medical establishments Shah Pharmacy and Zahoor Medical Store were seized for operating in violation of prescribed government norms. Legal and departmental proceedings have been initiated.

Meanwhile, in Sopore, K9 squads were deployed at various locations for intensive checking operations aimed at detecting and preventing the transportation of narcotics and other contraband substances.

In Pulwama, Police also continued its multi-pronged anti-drug campaign by intensifying vehicle checking at vulnerable locations, destroying wild cannabis plants at Khaigam, conducting inspections of medical shops in Kakapora, and organising anti-drug awareness programmes and rallies at educational institutions to sensitise youth and the general public about the dangers of substance abuse.

Police reiterated their firm commitment to sustained enforcement, preventive action, and public awareness initiatives, while urging citizens to cooperate and share information related to narcotics and drug-related activities.

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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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