BUDGAM, AWANTIPORA: J&K Police organised ‘Run for Unity’ and awareness rallies against drug abuse and illicit trafficking in Budgam and Awantipora under the CAP 2025-26 to commemorate 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

In Budgam, the run, held from Lucent International School Magam to Agrikalan Magam, witnessed enthusiastic participation of students. Participants ran together to spread the message of peace, national integration, and values of unity. The event was flagged off by SHO Magam in the presence of teachers and students. The rally passed through various areas of Magam in a bid to create awareness about ill effects of drug menace and its consequences.

Students were holding banners and placards in their hands with the messages against use of substance abuse and also raised slogans on social evil and pledged to join their hands to eradicate this menace from the society. Participants were felicitated with cash rewards, certificates, and mementos to encourage their continued involvement in such initiatives.

Meanwhile, in Awantipora, the run, held from Khew to Sharshali, witnessed enthusiastic participation of students of different school of Khrew area. The event was flagged off by SDPO Pampore Shri RP Singh alongwith SHO PS Khrew. Officials of police, teachers and students were present on the occasion. The first three winners were presented with mementos and appreciation certificates.

J&K Police lauded the efforts of the participants and reiterated its commitment to promote unity, integrity, patriotism in line with the legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and also making its contribution to spreading awareness about the menace of drug abuse to general masses.

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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.

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