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

SHOPIAN: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta today presided over a meeting of the Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) to review the district’s overall strategy for prevention, detection and eradication of drug abuse and illicit trafficking. Detailed discussions were held on enforcement measures, awareness campaigns, treatment and rehabilitation facilities and inter-departmental coordination to effectively tackle the drug menace.

The DC reviewed the action taken on previous NCORD decisions and stressed the need for real-time intelligence sharing among enforcement agencies. He directed the Police and Excise departments to intensify surveillance in identified hotspots and take strict action against those involved in drug peddling in accordance with law.

Emphasising preventive measures, the DC called for enhanced awareness programmes in educational institutions and communities with special focus on youth. The Health Department was directed to strengthen treatment services, counselling facilities and referral mechanisms, while Social Welfare and Education departments were asked to actively involve parents, teachers and community leaders in anti-drug initiatives.

The DC also directed the concerned for intensive inspection of drug stores and courier servics, besides ensuring proper CCTV footage around drug stores and educational institutions. The DC also highlighted the importance of data-driven monitoring, regular reporting and use of satellite imagery for tracking cropping patterns of narcotic crops.

The meeting was attended by ADC, Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz; SDM, Zainapora, Bilal Ahmad, ASP, Shopian, Rameez Rashid, CMO, DIO, Tehsildars  Principal GDC Shopian, Dy CEO, DSWO CAO, ETO and other officers.

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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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