GANDERBAL: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Ganderbal in coordination with the Tehsil Legal Services Committee, Ganderbal organized awareness program on 'Consumer Protection and Legal Remedies' today  at Qamaria Model Educational Institute, Ganderbal. 

The event aimed to empower students with a comprehensive understanding of consumer rights and provide insights into seeking legal recourse in cases of exploitation. Furthermore, program highlighted the pivotal role of Legal Services Authorities in offering assistance, guidance, and support to consumers in consumer-related matters.

The event was organised under the  leadership of Abdul Nasir, Chairman, District Legal Services Authority, Ganderbal. Burjeena Hameed, Assistant Legal Aid Defense Counsel (ALADC), delivered a detailed speech on the importance of consumer protection in safeguarding people from unfair trade practices, defective goods, and deficient services. 

She highlighted the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, including the establishment of Consumer Commissions at various levels. She stated that consumer protection is a vital aspect of any society, ensuring that individuals can make purchases and engage in services with confidence that their rights are safeguarded. 

She emphasized that the legal remedies available through consumer forums are designed to protect consumers from exploitation and unfair practices, ultimately empowering them with knowledge of their rights and responsibilities.

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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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