SRINAGAR: In its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking and the financial networks supporting the narcotics trade, J&K Police in Srinagar attached an immovable property of a notorious drug peddler worth approximately ₹1.5 crores under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act in connection with a case registered at Police Station Shalteng.

The action has been taken in case FIR No. 75/2025 U/S 8/20 & 29 NDPS Act, following a detailed financial investigation conducted in accordance with Chapter V-A of the NDPS Act. During the investigation, a comprehensive inquiry into the assets of the accused and his family members was carried out. Examination of revenue records, property documents, field verification reports, valuation inputs, and statements of concerned persons revealed that a two-storey residential house, constructed during 2018–2019, was acquired through the proceeds of illicit drug trafficking.

It was established that the known and lawful income of the accused and his family members was insufficient to justify the acquisition and construction of the said property. The source of funds was found to be unexplained, disproportionate, and directly linked to narcotics-related activities. Accordingly, freezing orders under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act have been issued, prohibiting the sale, transfer, mortgage, or creation of any third-party interest in the attached property until further orders from the Competent Authority. The freezing order was duly served upon the affected persons in the presence of independent witnesses.

J&K Police reiterate their zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking and will continue to take stringent legal action, including attachment and freezing of illegally acquired properties, to dismantle the financial backbone of the narcotics trade.

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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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