BUDGAM: J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, accompanied by J&K Waqf Board Chairperson Dr. Darakhshan Andrabi, addressed the 3rd event of “Asluk Aalaw” organized by Al Rahim Trust at Town Hall, Budgam, Kashmir.

Along with the “Nasha Mukht Abhiyan”, the programme focused on five major themes including social harmony and brotherhood, awakening Swadeshi sentiments, civic duties and responsibilities, environment conservation, and family enlightenment.

Prominent religious and social personalities including Moulana Owais Qadri, Moulana Maharaj-ud-Din, Chairman of Asluk Aalaw Trust Nazir Gilkar, and several other dignitaries were present on the occasion.

Ashok Koul, addressing the gathering, said that drug addiction is one of the biggest threats to society and particularly to the younger generation. He stressed that the youth must channelize their energy towards constructive activities such as sports, fitness, education, and social service to build a healthy and prosperous future. He said that society, religious institutions, social organizations, and families must work collectively to eradicate the menace of drugs from Jammu & Kashmir.

Ashok Koul further said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has consistently emphasized the importance of a healthy, disciplined, and self-reliant youth for nation building. He laid stress on the social harmony and brotherhood and the strengthening of local economy by using indigenous products.

Dr. Darakhshan Andrabi, while addressing the programme, said that awareness and moral guidance are essential to protect society from social evils like drug abuse. She appreciated the efforts of Al Rahim Trust for organizing such awareness programmes and said that religious and social leaders have a major responsibility in guiding the youth towards positivity, discipline, and moral values. She laid stress on the environment conservation to gift our generations the better tomorrow.

Moulana Owais Qadri elaborated on civic duties and highlighted the emphasis laid by Islam on social responsibility, discipline, and duties towards society. He urged the people to contribute positively towards community welfare and work collectively for peace and harmony.

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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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