DODA: A joint team of enforcement departments today conducted an intensive market inspection drive in Doda town and adjoining areas to check quality and prices of essential items ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, Navratra and the ongoing holy month of Ramzan. The drive was conducted to ensure availability of quality essential commodities, prevent overcharging and safeguard consumer interests during the festive season when market activity increases significantly.

The enforcement team comprised officers and officials from the Legal Metrology Department, Food Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) and Food Safety Department. During the inspection, more than 20 shops were checked for compliance with display of rate lists, accuracy of weighing and measuring instruments and maintenance of hygiene and quality standards in food items.

Seven challans were booked against erring traders for violation of various provisions and a penalty of Rs 6300 was imposed. The team also inspected LPG dealerships to verify compliance with legal norms and ensure delivery to genuine consumers through the OTP-based verification system.

The shopkeepers, especially those dealing with eatables and essential commodities were strictly directed to maintain hygiene, avoid sale of substandard food items and refrain from unfair trade practices such as overpricing, hoarding or short weighing. The team also sensitized traders about consumer rights and warned that strict action shall be taken against violators.

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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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