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

SOPORE: In continuation of the ongoing anti-drug enforcement drive under the 100-Day Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, J&K Police apprehended a drug peddler during patrolling in the jurisdiction of Police Post Bus Stand.

During patrolling at Neharpora, Sopore, a suspicious individual was intercepted and subjected to personal search. During the search, psychotropic substance was recovered from his possession and seized in accordance with due legal procedure. The accused has been identified as Abid Fayaz Shah, son of Fayaz Ahmad Shah, resident of Neharpora Bagh Ali Street Sopore. Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 174/2026 under Section 8/21 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Sopore and further investigation has been taken up to ascertain the source and wider network involved.

Police reiterated that strict action against drug peddlers and traffickers will continue across the district. Every effort is being made to dismantle the narcotics ecosystem and prevent the spread of drugs among the youth. Police remains committed to the objectives of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan and will continue its sustained efforts to build a safer, healthier and drug-free society.

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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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