SAMBA: A market inspection was conducted at the annual Baba Chamliyal Mela in Tehsil Ramgarh by a team of the Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Department. The inspection was carried out to enforce food safety standards, fair pricing and legal metrology regulations by vendors operating at the mela. The drive was conducted under the supervision of Assistant Director FCS&CA Rahul Gupta and under the overall directions of Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma with TSO Ravi Kumar, leading the on-ground implementation.

The inspection was carried out to prevent unauthorized use of LPG cylinders and unsafe cooking, overpricing, unhygienic practices and use of non-standard weighing equipment. The checking team verified the display of rate list to ensure that the interests of consumers were fully safeguarded.

Speaking on the initiative, the Assistant Director FCS&CA said, “The department’s primary aim is to ensure public safety and safeguard consumer rights, especially during events of such magnitude. Market checking not only deters malpractice but also builds public confidence in the system and promotes a culture of compliance among vendors.”

The department reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining transparency, safety, and service quality through continuous monitoring and timely enforcement during all major public events across the district.

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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