KULGAM: In a significant move to combat the drug menace and dismantle the infrastructure supporting narcotics trafficking, J&K Police in Kulgam under leadership of SSP Kulgam Shri Sahil Srangal-IPS, attached property belonging to drug peddler namely Mushtaq Ahmad Bagow son of Late Wali Mohd Bagow, resident of Redwani Payeen, under provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.

The property comprising of a single-storey residential building (1041sq. ft.) along with 20 marlas of land, situated at Ghat Redwani, Payeen and falling under Survey No. 867 with an estimated market value of Rs.19 lakhs, 89 thousand five hundred & thirty-six has been attached. The said individual is involved in two separate NDPS cases including FIR No. 62/2021 under section 8/15-29 at Police Station Qaimoh & FIR No. 43/2024 under section 8 /15-21 NDPS Act at Police Station Qaimoh.

As per Section 68-F of the NDPS Act, proceedings were initiated by the competent authority for the attachment of illegally acquired property believed to be purchased through proceeds of narcotic trafficking. Citizens are urged to cooperate with police and share any information related to drug trafficking.

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