In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • DLC Jammu highlights significance of labour law reforms

KATHUA: The Labour Department Kathua today organised a one-day awareness-cum-interactive programme on New Labour Codes here at the SIDCO Complex Ghatti. The event formed part of the ongoing IEC campaign aimed at sensitising stakeholders about labour law reforms. Deputy Labour Commissioner Jammu, Sukhpal Singh was the chief guest of the programme, attended by Human Resource professionals from the industrial units of the Ghatti Industrial Area and contractors.

The Deputy Labour Commissioner highlighted the significance of the New Labour Codes in the context of the evolving industrial scenario. He highlighted the reforms introduced to foster transparency, improve industrial relations and ensure balanced growth. Assistant Labour Commissioner, Piyusha Khajuria in her welcome address, outlined the objectives of the programme and emphasised the need for spreading mass awareness about the New Labour Codes to ensure industrial harmony and statutory compliance.

Labour Officer (Prosecution) Jammu Sanjay Bhat presented an overview of all four Labour Codes, elaborating on their scope, objectives and the transition from the existing labour laws to the new legal framework. Technical sessions were held on the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code- 2020 by the Labour Inspector, Ravinder Krundu who explained the key provisions related to safety, health and welfare of workers.

A dedicated session on the Industrial Relations Code-2020 was conducted by the Assistant Labour Commissioner. The ALC explained key reforms introduced under the Code in a simple and lucid manner. An open house discussion was also held, during which queries and suggestions raised by the participants were discussed in detail.

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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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