SAMBA: As part of the ongoing 100-Day Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, District Administration Samba today organised an interaction session with Civil Society Organisations at Vijaypur to strengthen collective efforts against drug abuse.

During the session, the Deputy Commissioner Samba, Ayushi Sudan along with SSP Samba, Anuj Kumar, interacted with members of civil society, public representatives and locals. The discussion focused on the growing concern of substance abuse, its impact on society and the need for coordinated and sustained action to address the issue effectively.

Members of civil society and the local public actively participated in the interaction and shared their views and suggestions on tackling the menace of drugs.  The Deputy Commissioner assured that the administration is committed to taking strict and effective measures against drug abuse and will continue to act firmly against those involved in such activities.

She emphasised the importance of collective responsibility and called upon all stakeholders to work in a unified and determined manner towards achieving the goal of a Nasha Mukt Samba. It was highlighted that the ongoing 100-day campaign aims to create widespread awareness and sensitise every section of society against the harmful effects of drugs. The programme was attended by SDM Vijaypur, other concerned officers, members of civil society organisations, public representatives and locals.

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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.

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