SHOPIAN: As part of the ongoing 100 Day Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan, a series of awareness, yoga and sports activities were conducted across different schools and zones of district Shopian today to spread the message of a drug-free and healthy society.

The activities were aimed at sensitizing students and the general public about the harmful effects of drug abuse and encouraging youth to adopt a positive, disciplined and healthy lifestyle. Students, teachers, staff members and community participants took active part in the programmes and expressed their commitment towards the cause of Nasha Mukt Abhiyan.

Awareness programmes were held in several educational institutions, where students and staff participated in pledge-taking and awareness activities were informed about the dangers of substance abuse and the importance of collective responsibility in preventing drug addiction. As part of the Abhiyan, yoga sessions were organized across schools and other venues, with participation from students and staff.

The AYUSH Department also conducted yoga related activities, highlighting the importance of physical fitness, mental well-being and a balanced lifestyle in keeping youth away from drugs. Sports activities were also held at various locations to engage students in constructive and healthy pursuits. Events such as Kabaddi, basketball and cricket were organized under the banner of Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan.

A cricket match was also held at Zainapora, where Kabaddi and other sports activities witnessed enthusiastic participation from students. In addition, awareness rallies, pledge ceremonies and symbolic activities such as balloon release with anti drug messages were conducted to spread the message of “Say No to Drugs, Yes to Life” among the wider community.

The day long activities reflected the collective efforts of schools, departments and local stakeholders in promoting awareness against drug abuse. The campaign emphasized that prevention, awareness, sports, yoga and community participation are key tools in protecting the younger generation from the menace of drugs.

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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.

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