• 10 FBOs compounded under Section 69, fine of Rs.11k realized from 4 FBOs for violating FS&S Act

SRINAGAR: Following the directions of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud Din Bhat, teams of the Food Safety & Drug and Food Control Organization today undertook an intensified markets checking in City areas particularly around Gurdwaras and Mughal Gardens, aimed to safeguard public health by ensuring the quality and safe food items are sold in City markets on the eve of Baisakhi festival.

During the drive led by Assistant Commissioner Food Safety, as many as 10 Food Business Operators (FBOs) were compounded under Section 69 and Food Safety & Standards Act for violating Food Safety and Standards Act. A collective penalty of Rs 11,000 was also realized from the 4 FBOs on the spot. 

The team conducted one-on-one sessions with FBOs to educate them on compliance with food safety standards, highlighting the importance of public health.  Stressing that consumers play a vital role in ensuring food safety for the community, citizens were urged to report food safety concerns on the toll-free helpline: 104 with substantial evidence to support swift and effective action. 

Notably, the collaborative effort between the authorities and the community aims to ensure safe and high-quality food for all, fostering trust and health during this festive season.

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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