KISHTWAR: The Department of Labour Kishtwar today organized an awareness camp here at the Ratle Hydroelectric Power Project Site to sensitize stakeholders to new labour codes and financial inclusion schemes for workers.

The programme focused on generating awareness about key labour legislations, including the Labour Codes, the Occupational Safety, Health and Welfare Code 2020 and the Social Security Code. Detailed awareness sessions were held to familiarize stakeholders with the provisions, rights and responsibilities envisaged under these codes.

The officials interacted with the company’s Human Resource personnel, management and workers (skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled).The participants were sensitized about labour welfare measures, workplace safety norms, and social security benefits available under the new legal framework.

In addition, special emphasis was laid on saturation of Financial Inclusion Schemes- Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana and the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan Yojana. Workers were informed about the eligibility criteria, benefits and enrollment procedures of these schemes. As a significant outcome of the awareness drive, 30 on-the-spot registrations were done under the social security schemes, reflecting positive participation and growing awareness among the workforce.

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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