In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Emphasises complete coverage through enhanced awareness

ANANTNAG: In order to review the progress and implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PM-SYM) Scheme in the district, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Anantnag, Vikas Ahlawat, today chaired a meeting with the concerned stakeholders at DC Office.

During the meeting, the ADC reviewed the status of enrolment under the scheme and emphasized that all eligible unorganised workers must be registered on the PM-SYM portal. He directed the concerned officers to identify and address gaps through enrollment drives in both rural and urban areas to ensure wider coverage of eligible beneficiaries.

The ADC stressed the need for effective inter-departmental coordination among the concerned departments, Common Service Centres (CSCs) and local bodies to accelerate enrolment. He directed that awareness camps be organised across all Blocks and Urban Local Bodies(ULBs) to sensitise eligible workers about the benefits of the scheme and facilitate their registration.

Ahlawat emphasized that VLEs, CSCs and KGCs must play a proactive role in mobilising and enrolling eligible workers. He further directed the Chief Agriculture Officer (CAO), Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) and Executive Officers of Municipal Committees to mobilise resources and ensure achievement of the enrolment targets within the stipulated timeframe.

The ADC called for time-bound action, regular monitoring and coordinated efforts by all stakeholders to ensure maximum coverage of eligible unorganised workers under the PM-SYM scheme.

The meeting was attended by the Chief Agriculture Officer, Assistant Labour Commissioner, Chief Executive Officer MC Anantnag, Executive Officers of Municipal Councils and District Coordinator, CSCs Anantnag, among other concerned officials.

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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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