ANANTNAG: The Food Safety Department (FSD) Anantnag today conducted intensive market checking at different markets in the District. The comprehensive inspections targeted FBOs dealing with manufacturing of pickle, Fruit and Vegetable shops, Mutton shops and other edible stores with a focus on making availability of safe and wholesome food to general public and to check Good Hygienic and Good Manufacturing Practices of Pickle Manufacturing Units in the district.

During the market checking enforcement samples of pickles were procured by department for detailed analysis from NABL Accredited Laboratory. Moreover, several FBOs were found violating different provisions of Food Safety & Standards Act, 2006 and accordingly six (06) FBOs were recommended for compounding under Section 69 of Food Safety & Standards Act, 2006.

Furthermore the authorities assured that regular inspections will continue in the district to maintain the highest standards of Food Safety and ensure availability of quality food items to the consumers. Meanwhile, FBOs were sternly warned to comply with the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006/Rules and Regulations there under.

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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.

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