AWANTIPORA: Continuing its decisive action against drug trafficking and in line with its zero-tolerance policy towards narcotics, J&K Police attached properties, belonging to 03 notorious drug peddlers in Awantipora.

J&K Police have attached two single-storey residential houses valued at approximately ₹18 lakhs, belonging to two notorious drug peddlers identified as Muzaffar Ahmad Shalla, son of Gull Mohammad Shalla, resident of Karewa Jablipora, Bijbehara and Javid Ahmad Ganie, son in law of Late Ali Mohammad Rather, resident of Gund Baba Khalil, Naina Sangam.

These residential properties were identified as illegally acquired assets during an enquiry conducted SHO Police Station Pampore, under the supervision of SDPO Pampore. The investigation revealed that the properties had been acquired through proceeds of illicit trafficking in narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. Both individuals are also involved in multiple FIRs. The attachments were carried out under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act, 1985. It is pertinent to mention here that both the drug peddlers are currently under Judicial custody at District sub Jail Pulwama.

Moreover, J&K police attached a Double -storied, residential house valued approximately 73 Lacs belonging to a notorious lady drug peddler namely, Fareeda Akhter daughter of Gh Rasool Shah resident of Larkipora under section 68-F of NDPS Act 1985. This residential house was identified as illegally acquired property during the course of enquiry conducted by SHO Police Station Awantipora, under the supervision of SDPO Awantipora, which was accrued from illicit trafficking in Narcotic drug and Psychotropic Substances by the said lady drug peddler. The said lady drug peddler  is also  involved in many FIRs. J&K Police remains committed to dismantling the drug menace and taking strict action against those involved in its trade.

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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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