In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

SRINAGAR: The two-day training programme on the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, organized by ZPHQ Kashmir in collaboration with the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Jammu & Kashmir, concluded successfully today. The programme, aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of law enforcement officers, focused on combating drug trafficking and abuse in the valley.

The final day of the workshop featured comprehensive discussions and practical sessions on investigative procedures, led by the NCB team, headed by Superintendent Shri Raj Kumar Shah. The participants, including officers from various law enforcement agencies, gained valuable insights into the latest methodologies for investigating NDPS cases and addressing the growing drug menace.

DIG CKR Shri Rajiv Omprakash Pande-IPS, Joint Director Prosecution ZPHQ Shri Qazi Abdul Qayoom, SO to DIG CKR Shri Liaqat Ali, PO DPO Srinagar Smt. Asifa Rashid Mir were part of the training programme and provided their valuable insights for tackling the drug menace.  Supervisory officers and Investigating Officers from Central Kashmir range participated in this training programme.

The successful completion of this training programme marks a significant step forward in strengthening the collective efforts of law enforcement agencies in combating drug abuse and illicit trafficking in the valley.

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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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