BANDIPORA: Cultural Committee GDC Sumbal in collaboration with the Young Dramatist Society and Inder Cultural Forum Sumbal today celebrated World Theatre Day in the auditorium of Government Degree College Sumbal. The theme of the event was ‘Theatre as a Tool against Drug Abuse,’ and the event was aimed to highlight the power of the performing arts in addressing societal issues and challenges.

The event was presided over by the Principal GDC Sumbal Prof. (Dr.) Shabeena Iqbal Shawl while Mohammad Amin Bhat, the President of Adbee Markaz Kamraz, was the chief guest. The  programme was graced by several dignitaries, including  Abdul Ahad Farhaad, Rashid Rahil, Chief Editor of the Asian Mail Group, and other notable personalities, besides the event  was attended by faculty members, both teaching and non-teaching, as well as students of the  college.

Two Dramas were presented as part of the event. The first play, enacted by members of the Inder Cultural Forum Sumbal, focused on the issue of corruption, drug abuse and the critical roles played by government agencies and law enforcement in curbing these social issues. The second play, performed by the Young Dramatist Society, was an adaptation of the famous Eliza-bethan tragedy Dr. Faustus written by Sohan Lal Kaul.

In her address, the Principal of the college emphasized the urgent need to raise awareness among the youth to protect them from falling prey to the detrimental effects of drug abuse. She commended the actors for their exemplary performances and elaborated on the transformative power of theatre, stressing its relevance and importance in today’s society as a medium for education and social change.

The guests present on the occasion also shared their thoughts, lauding the hospitality, discipline, and organizational excellence of the college. Principal, Prof. (Dr.) Shabeena Iqbal Shawl;  Guests of Honor, Abdul Ahad Farhaad and Rashid Rahil, and Convener, Cultural Committee Dr. Shaista Ahmad were felicitated for their contributions and support.

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A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

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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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