In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

ANANTNAG: The Regional Office, Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Kashmir, organized an awareness session at Eternal Public School Aung, Anantnag to disseminate information about the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana (PMVBRY) and the Employment Enrolment Campaign (EEC) 2025. The session was led by Vinay Kumar, Regional Provident Fund Commissioner-II/OIC, along with a team of officers and officials of EPFO Kashmir.

The initiative aimed to educate employers and employees from the outsource agencies hired by railway about the benefits, eligibility criteria, and procedures under PMVBRY,  a flagship scheme of the Ministry of Labour & Employment, which promotes formal employment and encourages job creation in organized establishments.

During the session, the RPFC and their team explained the incentives available for employers enrolling new employees under the scheme and highlighted the importance of compliance with the Employees’ Provident Funds & Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. Participants were also informed about the digital facilities offered by EPFO for ease of registration and claim processing.

The EPFO Kashmir team reiterated its commitment to supporting employers and workers in achieving the vision of a “Viksit Bharat” through inclusive and sustainable employment initiatives.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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