BANDIPORA: Continuing its sustained efforts under the ongoing 100-Day Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan, a series of awareness programmes, skits, pledge ceremonies, and student engagement activities were conducted across various educational institutions of Bandipora district. Students and staff of several institutions actively participated in pledge-taking ceremonies, reaffirming their commitment to eradicate drug abuse and promote a healthy, drug-free society. 

Creative awareness initiatives formed a key highlight of the campaign, with multiple schools organizing impactful skit presentations depicting the harmful effects of substance abuse.  Institutions including PM SHRI Girls High School Sumbal, HSS Shahgund, HSS Nowgam, HSS Shadipora, HSS Gadakhud, HS Achoora, HS Ketson, and HSS Chuntimulla staged thought-provoking performances highlighting the physical, mental, and social consequences of drug addiction. The skits effectively conveyed messages about making informed choices, resisting peer pressure, and adopting a healthy lifestyle.

In Sumbal and adjoining areas, primary and secondary school students actively participated in awareness activities, including short skits and pledge ceremonies, demonstrating enthusiasm and a strong sense of responsibility towards building a drug-free society.

In addition to cultural activities, essay writing competitions and sports events such as Kabaddi were organized in institutions like HS Garoora, engaging students in constructive and awareness-driven participation under the campaign. The district observed widespread participation and community engagement, reinforcing the commitment towards achieving the goal of a drug-free Bandipora.

 

 

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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.

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