UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai, today chaired the meeting of District Level Committee under the Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) here in the Mini Conference Hall DC Office Complex. The meeting was attended by Senior Superintendent of Police Amod Ashok Nagpure; Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh; Assistant Commissioner Revenue Dr. Umesh Shan; Assistant Commissioner Development Dr Ranjit Singh Kotwal; Sub-Divisional Magistrates, Tehsildars and other district officers from various line departments.

The DC issued directives to ensure 100% computerized billing at all pharmacies to enforce accountability and transparency. She emphasized strengthening surveillance on pharmacies suspected of selling psychotropic drugs by sending dummy patients as part of the monitoring mechanism.

To further curb drug abuse, the DC instructed officers to ensure the proper functioning of feedback systems in schools and colleges. She also advocated for the formation of a dedicated society with active participation from students to address the drug menace comprehensively. The DC directed Tehsildars to convene meetings to identify and resolve issues hindering the declaration of Panchayats as Nasha Mukt Panchayats.

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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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