BANDIPORA: Continuing its sustained efforts against drug abuse under the ongoing 100 Day Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, the District Drug De-Addiction and Rehabilitation Centre (DDAC) Bandipora on Thursday organised a holistic wellness cum counselling session for indoor patients admitted at the Centre in collaboration with the Department of AYUSH Bandipora.

The programme was organised under the supervision of District Social Welfare Officer Bandipora, Bashir Ahmad Malik, with the aim of promoting physical wellness, mental stability, emotional healing, and positive lifestyle transformation among the recovering beneficiaries undergoing treatment and rehabilitation at the Centre.

During the session, noted Yoga Expert Irshad Ahmad conducted various yoga and relaxation exercises focusing on stress management, breathing techniques, concentration, flexibility, and inner peace. The participants actively participated in practical yoga demonstrations and mindfulness activities organised within the rehabilitation hall of the Centre.

A motivational and psycho-social counselling session was also conducted under the guidance of District Nodal Officer AYUSH Bandipora, Dr. Firdous Ahmad Malik.  Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Irfan Ahmad Banday, Medical Officer AYUSH, highlighted the importance of self-discipline, mental resilience, healthy routine, and community support in overcoming substance dependence. He encouraged the beneficiaries undergoing treatment and rehabilitation to adopt a positive outlook towards life and emphasised that recovery is achievable through determination, counselling, and continuous support.

Experts and counsellors from DDAC Bandipora also interacted with the beneficiaries and stressed the importance of holistic rehabilitation through psychological counselling, social reintegration, physical fitness, and behavioural transformation. The beneficiaries appreciated the initiative and expressed gratitude to the organising departments for conducting such engaging and therapeutic sessions, stating that the programme helped them feel motivated, relaxed, and hopeful towards rebuilding their lives free from addiction.

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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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