• Raids godowns, seizes tonnes of banned polythene

SRINAGAR: In a significant step aimed to put curbs on the use of Single Use Plastic (SUP) in the division, teams of J&K Pollution Control Committee (J&KPCC) Kashmir conducted a series of raids on godowns of banned polythenes in Kashmir.

These raids were conducted as part of the activities carried out under “World Environment Day, 2025,’ and ‘Beat Plastic Pollution Globally’ themes under the overall guidance and directions of Regional Director JKPCC Kashmir and under the chairmanship of District Officer (DO) Srinagar, PCC Kashmir.

As part of the drive, a designated team headed by D.O Srinagar conducted a targeted raid on a godown located near Tengpora bypass where a total of 115 bags, each weighing 25kgs, were seized from the premises. The cumulative weight of the seized material amounts to 2875 kgs.

Similarly, on receiving specific and credible information D.O Sgr along with his team conducted a targeted raid on godown located near Parimpora Srinagar where a significant quantity of banned polythene weighing about 5380 kgs was seized.

Thus a massive quantity of 8255 tonnes of illegal polythene was seized before its circulation. Also during an Anti-polythene drive, a targeted raid was conducted near Tengpora bypass where 2.5 tonnes of polythene was seized on spot by D.O Sgr along with his team.

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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