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

SHOPIAN: In a major move aimed at curbing drug trafficking and safeguarding public health, Police in Shopian have booked a habitual drug peddler under the provisions of the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act, 1988.

The accused namely Irshad Ahmad Khanday son of Mohd Ismail Khanday a resident of Khanday Mohalla Tharina Kandi Keller, was detained under an order issued by the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, following a detailed dossier submitted by Shopian Police. The dossier highlights the accused’s sustained involvement in illicit drug trafficking. He is reportedly a repeat offender and has been named in multiple FIRs registered in connection with narcotics-related activities. He has subsequently been lodged in District Jail Bhaderwah.

The preventive detention was necessitated by the serious threat posed by the accused’s alleged activities to public health, peace and the well-being of vulnerable youth. The action reflects the zero-tolerance policy of J&K Police towards drug peddling and trafficking and underscores the commitment of Police to dismantling the drug network and eradicating the menace of drugs from society.

Police continue to carry out sustained operations against drug traffickers and their networks across the district. Citizens are urged to cooperate with the police and share any information related to drug peddling or suspicious activities in their locality.

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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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