RAJOURI: To tackle issues of child begging, child labor, and children in street situations (CISS), Mission Vatsalya, under the Social Welfare Department, conducted an extensive drive in the Main Market of Rajouri.

The initiative was carried out on the directions of Commissioner Secretary, Social Welfare, Sheetal Nanda and under the guidance of Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma, the District Child Protection Officer Abdul Raheem led the operation aimed at safeguarding the rights and welfare of vulnerable children.

The drive saw active participation from various departments, including the Child Welfare Committee, Police, Labour Department, and officials from the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU). During the operation, six children forced in child labor and two children involved in begging were rescued. The children were produced before the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) Rajouri.

The Chairperson CWC Rajouri Priti Santal directed their rehabilitation according to the provisions of the Juvenile Justice (JJ) Act, ensuring their appropriate care and protection. Labour Inspector Neeraj Kumar issued on-the-spot notices to employers, and authorities confirmed that strict action would be taken against violators under applicable laws.

Speaking about the drive, DCPO Abdul Raheem highlighted the department’s commitment to addressing child labor and begging through such initiatives. He reiterated the importance of rehabilitation and ensuring that affected children receive support through government schemes.

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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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