DODA: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Doda Krishan Lal, along with Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kartik Shrotriya, today chaired a meeting with representatives from major construction companies, contractors and project managers to review issues concerning migrant labourers engaged in the ongoing development projects in the district.

The meeting was held in the VC Room of the DC Office and attended by representatives from NHIDCL, Srishti Infrastructure Limited, E5 Infrastructure Private Limited, MCPL, SSN Infra Pvt. Ltd., AL Construction Limited, Ambience Resort Bhaderwah and other contractors executing works in the district.

Reviewing the status of migrant labourers employed by different establishments, the DDC emphasized strict adherence to the provisions of labour laws. He directed the employers to ensure registration of each worker and maintain an updated record of their deployment and comply with all statutory requirements relating to their welfare, safety and working conditions.

The DDC further directed the contractors and project authorities to register every non-local worker under the applicable government insurance schemes so that they receive the benefits of social security and financial protection. He also instructed them to furnish the complete list of non-local labourers engaged by their respective establishments to the district administration for proper documentation, monitoring and verification.

The DDC stressed that maintaining accurate records of migrant workers is essential for effective coordination among departments, ensuring their welfare and strengthening security and regulatory oversight. He called upon all stakeholders to extend full cooperation to the District Administration and ensure complete compliance with the prescribed guidelines.

The participating agencies were instructed to furnish comprehensive details of the migrant labourers engaged in their respective projects without delay and to strictly adhere to all applicable labour laws.

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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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