SRINAGAR: Labour Commissioner and Director J&K Employees State Insurance (JKESI), S. Charandeep Singh, today conducted an awareness camp at the Industrial Estate Rangreth, Srinagar. The event aimed to sensitize the ESI Insured Persons, HR representatives from various establishments and factories besides other stakeholders about the provisions and benefits of the ESI scheme.

A comprehensive and interactive discussion was held during the session, providing a platform for insured persons and employers to voice their concerns. Besides, issues related to ESI coverage, medical benefits and administrative processes were raised and deliberated in detail. S. Charandeep Singh assured the participants that their grievances would be addressed in a time bound manner.

All Insurance Medical Officers (IMOs) of Kashmir division were present at the camp, actively engaging with the participants and providing valuable insights into the range of medical facilities available under the ESI scheme. They addressed health-related queries with clarity and commitment, reinforcing the department’s dedication to employee well-being.

The Inspector of Factories, Kashmir Division also attended the event, contributing meaningfully to discussions on workplace safety, industrial compliance and the regulatory framework. The camp was further enriched by the presence of senior officials including Chief Accounts Officer Nimisha Anand, Assistant Labour Commissioner Srinagar Dr. Adnan Khawaja and Assistant Labour Commissioner Budgam Dr. Zameer Ali.

This awareness camp is part of the Labour Department’s ongoing initiative to strengthen dialogue with the industrial sector and ensure effective implementation of employee welfare schemes across Jammu & Kashmir.

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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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