RAMBAN: On the direction of Deputy Commissioner  Mohammad Alyas Khan, Food Safety Officer Balbeer Singh conducted extensive inspections of all langers established at Lamber Ground, Banihal to ensure the health and safety of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatris.

During the inspection, expired food items, including rotten and sprouted potatoes, were identified and destroyed. The langer sewadars and pradhans were directed to reduce oil usage in food preparation by 10% and minimize the quantity of salt and sugar to serve healthier meals to pilgrims.

A total of 35 food samples were tested using the Food Safety on Wheels mobile lab and all were found to conform to the standards prescribed under the Food Safety and Standards Regulations (FSSR). Awareness sessions were also conducted for langer volunteers on key topics such as food safety, personal hygiene, preservation techniques and good hygiene practices.

 The sewadars were directed to ensure the provision of fresh, wholesome, safe and nutritious food to all Yatris. This proactive inspection forms part of the ongoing efforts by the district administration to uphold the highest standards of public health and safety during the Yatra.

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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