JAMMU: Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Sachin Kumar Vaishya today chaired a meeting to review and strengthen the food safety and legal metrology mechanism across the district.. The meeting was attended by Sub Divisional Magistrates, Deputy Director Legal Metrology and Food Safety Officers and among other concerned officers.

The DC emphasised the need for proactive and coordinated efforts to ensure that food products available in the market comply with prescribed safety and quality standards.

During the meeting, the DC directed the officers to conduct regular market inspections, focusing on food safety checks, weight and measure verifications and hygienic conditions of food establishments. He underscored the importance of surprise checks and strict enforcement against violators under relevant laws to safeguard consumer interests.

The DC also instructed the officials to raise public awareness about food safety and grievance redressal mechanisms. In this regard, he stressed the promotion of the toll-free helpline 104, enabling citizens to report food safety concerns directly and promptly.

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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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