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

DODA: A one-day interactive-cum-awareness session on the Labour Codes was today organized by the Labour Department.  The employers, representatives of business establishments and workers from the un-organised sector from across the district participated in the event.

Detailed presentations were delivered by the Assistant Labour Commissioner, Labour Officer and Labour Inspector covering the salient features, objectives and key reforms introduced under the four Labour Codes.

The participants were apprised of the measures undertaken to strengthen the welfare and social security of workers, including simplification and consolidation of labour laws to ensure better protection of workers’ rights, reduction of procedural complexities to facilitate timely compliance and grievance redressal and enhanced use of digitization for transparent access to benefits and services for workers.

Emphasis was also laid on the transition from the conventional enforcement-centric approach to the Inspector-cum-Facilitator framework and the introduction of a single licensing system, aimed at promoting cooperative compliance and trust between the department and stakeholders.

Additionally, the participants were sensitized about the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PM-SYM) Scheme and other financial inclusion and social security schemes meant for unorganised workers. The eligibility criteria, benefits and enrolment procedures under these schemes were explained in detail to encourage wider coverage.

The session was conducted in an interactive manner during which feedback and suggestions from employers were solicited regarding implementation challenges, compliance procedures and ground-level issues. The feedback received was noted for necessary follow-up and future course of action.

The programme aimed at enhancing stakeholder awareness, strengthening labour welfare and ensuring effective implementation of Labour Codes and social security schemes at the district level.

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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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