BANDIPORA: As part of the ongoing Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA), the District Administration Bandipora today organized an IEC awareness programme at Sub-District Hospital Sumbal to educate the public about the harmful effects of drug abuse and to encourage a healthy, substance-free lifestyle. The programme witnessed active participation from members of the public and was attended by officials from the Department of Health; Social Welfare, ARTO, RDD, and Youth Services & Sports. 

The initiative aimed to strengthen awareness at the grassroots level and promote collective responsibility in addressing the issue of substance abuse. Resource persons delivered informative sessions highlighting the physical, psychological, and social consequences of drug addiction. The speakers stressed the importance of early awareness, community involvement, and informed decision-making among youth and society at large.

Participants actively engaged in interactive discussions and shared their views during the session. The programme concluded with a renewed commitment to continue such awareness initiatives to build a safer, healthier, and drug-free society.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here