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KATHUA: The Kathua unit of Social Welfare Department today organised an event on Nasha Mukat Abhiyan at Town hall here at Tehsil Headquarters Nagri. Director Social Welfare, Jammu Dr. Bharat Bushan presided over the function as Chief Guest. CMO Kathua and EO PR Sangra were the guest of honour. DSWO Kathua Varun Kumar Choudhary formally welcomed the guests.

Speaking on the occasion, the Director Social Welfare Bharat Bhushan spoke on the ill effects of Drugs and apprised the people of steps people shall take at individual level and societal level to curb the menace. DSWO Kathua in his address threw light on how menace of drug breaks the individual first, then the family and finally the society.

During the event students of Govt. HSS Nagri were felicitated who have performed a theme based skit depicting importance of stakeholders role in implementing Nasha Mukat Bharta Abhiyan. Earlier, Director Social Welfare Department flagged off a Rally organised by students of Govt. Higher Secondary School Nagri aimed at spreading awareness against Drug Abuse.

AD Administration (SWD) Pallvi, AD Scheme (SWD) Shivani Gandotra, TSWO Kathua Vishav Bandhu sir Sharma, staff of DHEW and CHC were also present during the event.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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