SRINAGAR: The Committee on Subordinate Legislation today convened a meeting at the Assembly Complex in Srinagar to examine and review the rules and regulations under the mandate of the Revenue Department. The meeting was chaired by Committee Chairman Hasnain Masoodi and attended by members Reyaz Ahmad Khan, Shabir Ahmad Kullay, Satish Kumar Sharma, Kuldeep Raj Dubey, Rajeev Kumar, Irfan Hafiz Lone, and Dr. Rameshwar Singh.

At the outset, the Committee undertook a detailed examination of various Rules, Sub-Rules, Regulations, and Bye-laws framed by the Revenue Department. The Committee held an in-depth discussion on key legal provisions related to land laws, with a special focus on ensuring environmental safeguards during land use conversions — particularly from agricultural to non-agricultural purposes.

Other important issues deliberated upon included the Migrant and Forest Acts, provisions for compassionate appointments under SRO-43, and land compensation mechanisms for landless individuals. Chairman Hasnain Masoodi underlined the significance of land laws in ensuring justice and equity and reaffirmed the Committee's commitment to promoting public welfare. He urged members to contribute constructively toward the betterment of all sections of society.

During the meeting, members shared their valuable suggestions and raised various issues related to the Committee’s jurisdiction, reaffirming their resolve to ensure transparency and accountability in subordinate legislation.

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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