JAMMU: Deputy Commissioner Jammu Dr. Rakesh Minhas today released financial assistance of Rs. 1 crore 63 lakh 78 thousand in favour of 3595 wards of registered construction workers. The financial assistance has been provided under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board schemes, covering death, funeral assistance, chronic assistance as well as educational assistance.

ALC Dr. Rupali Jasrotia highlighted the core objective of the BOCWWB schemes. She said the schemes offer financial assistance under different components to support the registered construction workers. The Deputy Commissioner lauded the efforts of the Labour Department in extending financial support to economically disadvantaged laborers. He emphasised the need to ensure that the maximum number of beneficiaries avail the government welfare schemes.

Stressing the administrative commitment, the DC stated that the economic and social security of the labour class is a top priority. He further stated that the initiative also aims to enhance the economic potential of laborers, ensuring their financial stability.

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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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