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  • Directs for intensive enforcement, awareness Campaign

RAMBAN: Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Alyas Khan, today chaired the District-Level Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) Committee meeting to review anti-narcotics measures to curb drug abuse in the district.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Varunjeet Singh Charak; Addl. SP Majeeb-ur-Rehman; Medical Superintendent DH, Executive Engineer PWD, Chief Education Officer, Chief Horticulture Officer, Drug Control Officer and officers from the enforcement and line departments. Officers stationed outside the district attended the meeting virtually.

Reviewing the implementation of directions issued at the previous NCORD meeting, the DC directed the Drug Inspector to intensify enforcement drives in coordination with the concerned Tehsildars and Police Department against the illegal sale and misuse of scheduled drugs. He also called for regular inspection of private courier services to prevent their misuse for transportation of narcotic substances.

Reviewing the functioning of the Addiction Treatment Facility (ATF) at District Hospital, the DC directed the Medical Superintendent to provide quality medical care, counselling and follow-up support for effective rehabilitation and prevention of relapse.

The Deputy Commissioner said that following the successful conduct of the Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Campaign in the district, concerted efforts would continue to curb drug abuse and strengthen the anti-narcotics campaign.

He directed the District Social Welfare Officer, Chief Education Officer and other concerned officers to intensify awareness activities through Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaigns in government and private educational institutions. He also called for sensitisation of drivers and transport operators and directed to involve Beopar Mandals, NGOs and other community organisations in the campaign. The DC further directed all SDMs and Tehsildars to meet the required parameters for declaring drug-free Panchayats and Blocks in the district.

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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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