KISHTWAR: One-day skill training was today organised here for the counsellors of government departments to strengthen the community-driven awareness campaign against drug abuse and substance addiction- a key initiative of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA). The training session was attended by counsellors from Social Welfare, Education and NRLM. Medicos from District Hospital, the resource persons, shared information about the available de-addiction and rehabilitation services and helpline channels.   

Dr. Haris (Medical Officer/In-charge, ATF) highlighted the physiological and psychological consequences of drug addiction. He   elaborated the early signs of addiction, prevention strategies and the   role of parents, educational institutions and society in combating the menace of drugs. Dr. Wajid Ali (In-charge-Drug Prevalence Survey) underscored the importance of community-level counselling and other interventions.

Addressing the participants, the DSWO underlined the objectives   of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) and the pivotal role of government departments in spreading public awareness.

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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