UDHAMPUR: A one-day training-cum-awareness session on Narcotics Control was conducted today by the Narcotics Control Bureau here in collaboration with District Administration Udhampur. Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh presided over the training-cum-awareness session.

At the outset, Superintendent NCB Jammu Kapil Sharma delivered a detailed PowerPoint presentation covering various aspects of the NDPS Act, investigation techniques, capacity building and inter-departmental coordination, enforcement intelligence and operations, demand and harm reduction, control of precursors and synthetic drugs and rehabilitation strategies for persons affected by drug addiction.

Addressing the participants, the ADC stressed the importance of effective inter-departmental coordination in combating the drug menace. He directed the concerned departments to intensify awareness activities regarding the harmful effects of drug abuse and ensure effective preventive measures across the district.

He emphasized the need to educate people, particularly the younger generation, about the dangers of addiction and to work collectively towards creating a drug-free environment in the district.

The training session witnessed active participation from officers and officials of various departments, reflecting a coordinated and mission-oriented approach towards preventing drug abuse and strengthening narcotics control measures in the district. The session was attended by Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Dr. Umesh Shan, besides senior officers and officials from various departments.

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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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