In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

DODA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Doda Harvinder Singh, along with Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Sandeep Kumar Mehta, today chaired a meeting of the District-Level Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) to review the implementation and enforcement measures aimed at curbing the drug menace in the district.

The DM directed the SDMs to ensure timely submission of geotagged photographs of the destruction of the cannabis (bung) weed in their respective jurisdictions. He stressed the need for proactive action under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and instructed concerned officers to intensify awareness activities across all schools.

Emphasizing the identification and mapping of drug-related hotspots, he directed ADCs and SDMs to prepare detailed area-specific reports where drug abuse or peddling activities have been observed. ā€œThere is a need for coordinated strategy to strengthen ground-level surveillance,ā€ he stressed.

The School Education Department was instructed to enforce CCTV coverage in all coaching centers and to initiate phased installation of CCTV cameras in government schools through CSR support. Schools and colleges were also asked to conduct regular counseling sessions to ensure early identification of vulnerable students.

The Youth Services & Sports Department was directed to enhance youth engagement by organising sports activities and distributing sports equipment to encourage constructive participation and promote a healthy lifestyle. To strengthen IEC activities in rural areas, the DC Doda called for coordinated efforts among all stakeholders to amplify awareness campaigns at the grassroots level.

The Transport Department was instructed to conduct mandatory medical examinations of drivers involved in rash or negligent driving and to take strict action, including cancellation of driving licences in cases of drunk driving. The Assistant Drug Controller was asked to intensify random inspections of pharmaceutical outlets and ensure 100% compliance with CCTV and Computerized Billing System (CBS) requirements. The meeting was attended by the SDMs, ACR, Officers from Civil and Police Administration and Other ADCs, Tehsildars through virtual mode.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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