• Stay away from Drugs, DC emphasises youth to engage in productive activities & pursue studies passionately

SHOPIAN: Harud Festival, a day-long function was organized by the Cashmere Foundation and District Administration, Shopian today at GDC Shopian to promote a drug-free lifestyle among youth. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar emphasized the importance of staying away from drugs and encouraged young people to engage in productive activities and pursue their studies passionately.

This festival is a great way to channelize the energy of youth into positive pursuits, helping them to grow into responsible and contributing members of society, DC said while addressing the mammoth gathering of students. By promoting cultural and artistic expressions, the festival celebrated the rich heritage of Kashmir. Departments including GDC Shopian, Education, Social Welfare, Election and Information collaborated in taking efforts to address drug addiction, spreading awareness about the dangers of substance abuse.

The efforts of the Cashmere Foundation, working together to make a positive impact on the community were also highlighted on the occasion. Various social media influencers and artists performed on the occasion while also celebrating the local talent of students of the district. The function was also attended by ADC, Dr.Zakir Hussain Faaz, ACR, Dy.DEO, CEO, DIO, DSWO, SHO Shopian and other officers.

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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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