In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

SRINAGAR: Continuing its sustained and uncompromising crackdown against drug trafficking and narcotics-related crimes under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, police in Srinagar, in coordination with the Revenue Department, demolished an illegally constructed three-storeyed residential structure worth approximately ₹2 crore belonging to a notorious drug peddler, namely Sheikh Tasaduq son of Gh. Mohammad Sheikh resident of Mumkhan Mohalla, Rainawari, Srinagar.

The accused is involved in multiple NDPS cases, including FIR No. 112/2019 under Sections 8/20, 18, 21, 29 NDPS Act registered at Police Station Awantipora and FIR No. 81/2023 under Sections 8/21, 29 NDPS Act registered at Police Station Budgam. Additionally, his spouse, Sheikh Maroofa, is also involved in FIR No. 217/2025 under Section 8/22 NDPS Act registered at Police Station Pulwama.

During a comprehensive inquiry and verification of the assets owned and possessed by the accused, it was established that the three-storeyed concrete structure had been raised over encroached State land and was allegedly constructed from proceeds generated through illicit narcotics trafficking. The action has also resulted in the recovery of valuable Government land worth crores from illegal occupation.

Further investigation revealed that the property constituted illegally acquired assets and represented the financial gains derived from unlawful narcotics activities, apart from being an unauthorized encroachment on State land.

Upon completion of all requisite legal formalities and in accordance with due process of law, the structure was demolished in the presence of the concerned Revenue authorities.

This action reflects the firm resolve of J&K Police to dismantle the financial infrastructure supporting drug trafficking networks and ensure that proceeds of crime are neither protected nor allowed to be converted into unlawful assets. J&K Police remains steadfast in its commitment to eradicate the menace of drugs from society and appeals to the public to continue supporting law enforcement agencies in building a drug-free Jammu & Kashmir.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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