SAMBA: As part of the ongoing Vigilance Awareness Week–2025, a programme was organized today at the Tehsil Supply Office (TSO), Ramgarh under the supervision of the Assistant Director, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs and overall guidance of the Deputy Commissioner Samba.

The event commenced with the integrity pledge, wherein the officials, staff members and Fair Price Shop (FPS) dealers reaffirmed their commitment to uphold the principles of transparency, accountability and ethical conduct in public service. The pledge ceremony reflected the collective resolve of the department to strengthen integrity mechanisms and ensure corruption-free service delivery.

The participants were sensitized about the importance of maintaining the highest standards of honesty while performing professional duty. FPS dealers and beneficiaries were reminded of their pivotal role in promoting transparency in the Public Distribution System (PDS) by ensuring that ration is lifted and distributed strictly as per entitlement. Beneficiaries were urged to promptly report any irregularities, overcharging or malpractice observed in the ration distribution process.

The programme concluded with a collective affirmation to uphold this year’s theme — “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility” — highlighting that integrity and vigilance are not merely administrative duties but shared moral obligations of every citizen and stakeholder.

The event was attended by departmental officials, FPS dealers and local beneficiaries, who appreciated the initiative and expressed their commitment to support a transparent and corruption-free system.

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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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