BUDGAM: In a major action against the drug menace, Police in Budgam have attached immovable property worth ₹35 lakhs (approximately) and a Maruti A-Star vehicle bearing Registration No. JK05B-4705 belonging to a notorious drug peddler in the Magam area.

The attached property a double-storey residential house at Mazhama, Magam belongs to Hilal Ahmad Mir @Hilal Galwan son of Ghulam Mohammad Mir, who is involved in FIR No. 29/2020 under Sections 8/22, 29 of the NDPS Act at Police Station Magam.

Investigation revealed that the accused had raised the said property through proceeds of illicit narcotics trafficking. Following due legal procedures and on the basis of concrete evidence, the property and vehicle were formally seized under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act.

This action reinforces J&K Police’s firm commitment and zero-tolerance policy towards drug trafficking. The public is urged to share any information related to drug peddling and join the fight against the drug menace to build a safer, drug-free society.

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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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