BHADERWAH: A crucial meeting of the Sub-District Level Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) Committee was held today under the chairmanship of Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Bhaderwah, Sunil Bhutyal at the ADC Office Chamber. The meeting was convened to assess the current strategies and reinforce collaborative efforts to combat the growing challenge of drug abuse and illicit trafficking in the region.

The meeting witnessed participation from key departments including police, health, education, excise and social welfare among others. Officers deliberated on the need for a multi-pronged approach involving enforcement, rehabilitation, and community awareness. ADC Bhaderwah stressed the importance of targeting vulnerable groups, especially youth, through awareness drives in educational institutions and community engagement programs.

Among the officials present were the Divisional Forest Officer, Block Development Officer, Child Development Project Officer, Accounts Officer BDA, Tehsil Social Welfare Officer and Zonal Physical Education Officer. The ADC highlighted the role of grassroots-level coordination and the importance of involving Panchayati Raj Institutions and civil society in preventive efforts.

The meeting concluded with actionable directives for all departments to intensify vigilance, ensure timely reporting of drug-related incidents, and collaborate on awareness campaigns under the NCORD mechanism. Emphasis was also placed on setting up counseling cells, strengthening rehabilitation support and promoting sports and extracurricular activities to keep youth positively engaged.

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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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