PULWAMA: Giving renewed momentum to the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, Police in Pulwama continues to undertake sustained and multi-pronged action against drug abuse and illegal narcotics activities across the district as part of the 100-day campaign.

As part of intensified enforcement measures, Police conducted inspections of medical shops in multiple areas including Muran, Shadimarg, Abhama and Main Chowk Kakapora to ensure strict compliance with norms governing the sale of scheduled drugs and controlled substances. During the drives, sale records, prescriptions, and stock registers were thoroughly scrutinized, while CCTV installations at the establishments were also checked to ensure transparency and accountability, preventing misuse of pharmaceutical drugs.

In parallel operations against illegal cultivation, Police detected and destroyed illicit poppy straw cultivation at Singhu Narbal. In another similar action, poppy plants found cultivated alongside vegetable crops over nearly one kanal of land at Dougam were also destroyed on the spot. These actions reflect a zero-tolerance approach towards narcotics-related activities and unlawful cultivation.

To further curb peddling and drug abuse, Police has intensified checking and frisking at vulnerable locations across the district, particularly around schools, colleges, bus stands, and busy market places. Suspicious persons are being routinely checked, and the deployment of K9 dog squads has significantly enhanced the detection and operational effectiveness during such drives.

Alongside enforcement, Police is actively focusing on awareness and prevention. In this regard, drug awareness programmes were organised at Government High School Tujan as well as in Sangarwani, where participants including students and local residents were sensitised about the harmful effects of drug abuse, its impact on health and society, and the legal consequences under relevant laws. The programmes also included interactive sessions, encouraging participants to adopt a drug-free lifestyle and actively contribute towards building a safer society.

Police remains committed to tackling the drug menace through a balanced approach of strict enforcement and community outreach. The ongoing efforts under the campaign highlight the district police’s resolve to eliminate drug-related threats and safeguard the future of the youth.

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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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