BANDIPORA: As per Action Plan for the year 2025 and Calendar of Activities for the month of March, 2025, District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Bandipora in collaboration with Tehsil Legal Services Committee Sumbal today organized a legal awareness programme on ‘World Consumer Rights Day’ at Court Complex Sumbal. The event was held under the chairmanship of Khalil Ahmad Choudhary, Chairman DLSA Bandipora and under the guidance of Iqbal Ahmad Akhoon, Secretary DLSA Bandipora.

DLSA Bandipora reflects on the critical role consumers play in shaping fair, ethical, and sustainable markets. This year’s theme, ‘Empowering Consumers for a Safer, Fairer Future,’ highlights the ongoing need to protect consumer rights in an era of rapid technological advancement, global supply chains, and growing concerns about data privacy, product safety and environmental sustainability.

On the occasion, PLVs delivered lectures regarding consumer rights. The speakers highlighted that under the provisions as envisaged in the legislature, rights are being bestowed upon the consumers so that they are not ditched or cheated. A consumer has a right to question the quality of things, price, tag etc. from the shopkeeper while making purchases ensuring that customers are not duped and compelled to purchase substandard items.

It was emphasized that the rights of the consumer are to be protected & respected and that all consumers need to have the knowledge and power to protest against the Market Abuses and Social Injustices. The programme was attended by store keepers of the Food and Supplies Department of Tehsil Sumbal, Para Legal Volunteers and Staff Members of TLSC Sumbal.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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