• Emphasizes the importance of ensuring access to justice for all

SRINAGAR: Chairman, District Legal Services Authority/Pr. District and Sessions Judge Srinagar, Jaffer Hussain Beg today convened a review meeting with legal aid defense counsels at the Meeting Hall of the District Court Complex Srinagar. Nusrat Ali Hakak, Sub-Judge/Secretary, DLSA Srinagar was present in the meeting

The meeting served as a platform for comprehensive discussions and evaluations regarding the efficient functioning of the legal aid system. Participants engaged in a thorough deliberation on strategies to further enhance the effectiveness of legal aid defense counsels. The meeting emphasized the importance of ensuring access to justice for all, particularly for marginalized and underprivileged sections of society.

The review meeting provided an opportunity for the legal aid defense counsels to share their experiences, challenges, and suggestions for improvement. The DLSA, under the leadership of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, expressed its commitment to providing robust support and resources to legal aid defense counsels, enabling them to effectively represent their clients and advocate for their legal rights.

The meeting concluded with a renewed focus on strengthening the legal aid system in Srinagar, ensuring that all citizens have access to fair and equitable legal representation.

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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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