SRINAGAR: Labour Department, J&K today organized a dedicated registration camp for gig and platform workers on the e-Shram portal at Srinagar. The camp witnessed enthusiastic participation from workers representing various platforms including Radio Taxi, Novo Cabs, Jugnoo Cabs, ALA Cabs, Amigos, Zomato, Delhivery, Busy, Aramex, E-Com Express, Fast Beetle, DTDC, FedEx, and others.

The programme was chaired by S. Charandeep Singh, Labour Commissioner, J&K, as the chief guest. Dedicated registration desks were set up to facilitate on-the-spot registration and updation of gig and platform workers on the e-Shram portal. Additionally, enrolments under various welfare schemes, especially Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), were also carried out for the benefit of the workers.

This initiative is part of the nationwide e-Shram drive launched by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, for organizing special camps for gig and platform workers across the country from 25th August to 5th September 2025. Representatives from different gig and platform-based companies shared their experiences and highlighted key issues concerning their livelihoods.

Addressing the participants, Labour Commissioner underscored the importance of timely registration and updation of e-Shram cards to ensure that social security benefits reach the last mile and no worker is left out. He further sensitized the workers about their rights and the multiple social security and welfare measures being extended to them by the Government.

An interactive session was also held where the Labour Commissioner directly engaged with gig and platform workers to understand their grievances, challenges, and expectations. He assured them that the department will take prompt and effective measures to address the issues raised, while also strengthening coordination with various stakeholders to safeguard their interests.

The event was attended by the Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) Srinagar along with the staff, representatives of gig and platform companies, and a large number of gig and platform workers.

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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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