GANDERBAL: Under the Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan, police in Ganderbal organized a series of Drug Awareness Rallies and Programmes across the district, reinforcing its commitment towards a drug-free society.

A Mega Rally was conducted at Kangan, commencing from Degree College Kangan and culminated at Boys Higher Secondary School Kangan. The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from police personnel, civil administration, teachers, students, youth and general public.

Similarly, awareness drives were carried out at various Educational Institutions across the district to sensitize youth about the harmful effects of drug abuse. The main event was held at Degree College Ganderbal, where the Principal Degree College Ganderbal, DySP Headquarters Ganderbal, DySP DAR, faculty members, and students actively participated and pledged to work collectively towards eradicating drug menace. J&K Police remains committed to its mission of eliminating drug abuse and urges the public to actively support and cooperate in this ongoing fight against narcotics.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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