Jammu, Jan 9: On Thursday, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha assessed the rollout of three new criminal statutes in the Union Territory, emphasizing the necessity for improved conviction rates, particularly in matters concerning anti-national activities and terrorism.
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The Lieutenant Governor urged for greater transparency in police operations and the adherence to established timelines for the rapid investigation of cases in Jammu and Kashmir. He also called for dedicated efforts to bolster the criminal justice system.
Sinha presided over an important meeting to assess the execution of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023 in the Union Territory, according to an official spokesperson.
He evaluated measures undertaken for capacity enhancement and the training of police personnel and officials from various departments to ensure the effective application of these new laws, which came into force on July 1, 2024.
The Lieutenant Governor highlighted the significance of enhancing the conviction rate, especially in severe crimes, anti-national acts, and terrorism-related incidents.
“We must guarantee transparency in police actions and strictly comply with the timelines for investigations and trials set forth in the new criminal statutes,” the Lieutenant Governor remarked.
He instructed officials to conduct a comparative analysis of the phases before and after the implementation of the new criminal laws.
The LG furthermore directed the formulation of a calendar for public awareness initiatives in partnership with different departments to inform the public about these laws.
The meeting also covered advancements in various technological projects, the notification of standard operating procedures (SoPs) and guidelines, the translation of the new laws into Dogri and Kashmiri languages, the acquisition of forensic science laboratory (FSL) vehicles, and the training of forensic experts, prison staff, and judicial officers.
