KATHUA: The district administration Kathua today sealed a rehabilitation centre here at Ward No. 17, operating under the name and style of Navyoug Drug Counselling and Rehabilitation Centre.

A team headed by Tehsildar Vikram Kumar along with Drug Inspector, Team of Doctors from CMO office, revenue and police officials inspected the centre and found that it was being run without obtaining the requisite permission from the competent authority. The building housing the centre is owned by Naresh Kumar, resident of Ward No. 17, Kathua, was being operated by Shaman Sood, resident of Dugri Urban Estate, Phase-I, Ludhiana (Punjab).

During verification, it was found that the building owner failed to produce any registered rent deed in favour of the tenant and also did not furnish mandatory tenant information to Police Station Kathua, in violation of the prescribed orders. In view of these violations, the building was locked and sealed.

The action has been taken under the directions and guidance of the Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma to ensure strict compliance with rules and regulations governing the functioning of such centres. The district administration reiterated that unauthorised operation of rehabilitation facilities will not be tolerated and strict action will be taken against violators in the interest of public safety and welfare.

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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.

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