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BUDGAM: In a decisive step towards eliminating the drug menace, Police in Budgam have attached the immovable property of a known drug peddler in Nadigam village of Soibugh area Tehsil Narbal District Budgam.

The attached property a four-storey shopping complex comprising of around 40 shops at village Nadigam and around six canals of land situated at village Chek Wazir Panoo belongs to Ghulam Ahmad Dar @Gulsaka son of Ghulam Mohammad Dar resident of Nadigam Tehsil Narbal District Budgam. Worth mentioning, the market value of the said property is around 3.5 crores. This action has been carried out under Section 68-F of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act in connection with Case FIR No. 198/2019 registered under Sections 8/21 of the NDPS Act at Police Station Budgam.

The case pertains to the recovery of commercial quantity of contraband substances Codeine Phosphate and poppy straw from the possession of the accused. Police remain resolute in their commitment to identifying and initiating legal action, including the attachment and confiscation of properties acquired through illicit drug trade, under the provisions of the NDPS Act. The general public is urged to cooperate in this endeavour by reporting any information related to illegal drug trafficking to the concerned police authorities.

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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