SRINAGAR: In a decisive action, under the aegis Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan-100 Days Campaign, Srinagar Police, in collaboration with the Drug and Food Control Department, conducted a comprehensive inspection drive of medical shops & pharmacies, in Qamarwari and Safakadal areas of the city to ensure strict compliance with pharmaceutical regulations and to curb illegal practices.

During inspection in Qamarwari area, five medical shops were found involved in serious violations, including possession/sale of expired medicines, maintenance of invalid stock, and non-compliance with prescribed protocols governing psychotropic substances. Acting promptly under law, the authorities sealed New MS Medicate, Majid Medicate, Kashif Medicate, Baitul Shifa, Bund and Hamad Medicate, Qamarabad on the spot.

During checking in Safakadal area, a medical shop operating under the name Azim Medicate, run by Irshad Ahmad Bhat son of Mohd Sultan Bhat resident of Bemina, located at Malik Sahib, Safakadal, was found functioning with an invalid licence. Further inspection revealed that approximately 90% of the medicines stocked in the shop were expired. Police immediately sealed the medical shop under proper legal procedures.

The action reflects the firm commitment of Srinagar Police towards safeguarding public health and preventing the misuse of pharmaceutical substances. Further legal proceedings under relevant provisions of law have been initiated against the violators. J&K Police reiterates its resolve to continue such enforcement drives across the district as part of the broader campaign against drug abuse and unlawful pharmaceutical practices.

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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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