SRINAGAR: Considering the high consumption and public importance of bakery and bakery products, the Food & Drugs Administration (FDA), J&K, conducted a special enforcement-cum-sampling drive focusing on bakery and bakery products, along with milk and milk products, to ensure their quality and compliance with the provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.

As part of the drive, food safety inspections and sampling were carried out across various districts. During the drive, Food Safety Officers conducted 159 inspections of Food Business Operators (FBOs) and collected 114 food samples for quality and safety testing. In addition, 12 surveillance samples were collected from ICDS Centres to monitor the quality and safety of food being supplied to beneficiaries.

During the inspections, hygiene and sanitary conditions of the food establishments were also verified. Seven FBOs were compounded under Section 69 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and a fine of â‚č11,000 was imposed for violations of the Act. The FDA has requested consumers to report suspected cases of unsafe or adulterated food through the Toll-Free Helpline No. 104 or by email at cfsjandk.fnd@jk.gov.in.

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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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