Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday described the new criminal laws as a significant step toward realizing the ideals envisioned by the Constitution for the nation, applauding their implementation.
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While speaking at an event in Chandigarh to celebrate the successful implementation of the new criminal laws, PM Modi stated, “It’s (new criminal laws) a concrete step towards fulfilling the ideals that our constitution has imagined for the citizens of our country."
“In the seven decades after independence, the challenges faced by our judicial system were studied and thought upon. Behavioural aspects of all the laws were analysed. I thank the Supreme Court, judges and High Courts – especially of Punjab and Haryana," the Prime Minister said.
“I thank the Bar (association) who have taken the ownership of Nyay Sanhita," he added.
“The identity of Chandigarh is linked to the powerful form of Maa Chandi, who represents the form of strength through which truth and justice are established. This spirit is also the foundation of Indian justice, civil security, and the pure form of our Constitution," the Prime Minister said.
“At a time when the country is moving forward with the resolve of a united India, and as we celebrate 75 years of the Constitution, the implementation of Indian justice inspired by the spirit of the Constitution marks a significant beginning," he added.
“On this occasion, I extend my heartfelt best wishes to all citizens on the implementation of the ‘Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita’ and ‘Nagarik Sanhita.’ I also congratulate everyone associated with the Chandigarh administration," PM Modi said.
Earlier today, the Prime Minister witnessed a live demonstration of a simulated crime scene investigation in Chandigarh, showcasing the application of the newly implemented criminal laws.
Modi arrived in the city earlier to mark the successful implementation of three new laws dedicated to the nation.
The three laws—Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam—came into effect on July 1, replacing the British-era Indian Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure, and the Indian Evidence Act, respectively.
The demonstration, focusing on evidence collection and statement recording, was conducted by the Chandigarh Police at an exhibition hall at Punjab Engineering College. This event highlighted the practical application of the new laws.
Modi was also briefed by Senior Superintendent of Police Kanwardeep Kaur.
The Prime Minister was accompanied by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Punjab Governor and Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria, UT Chandigarh adviser Rajeev Verma, and Chandigarh Director General of Police Surendra Singh Yadav.
According to an official statement released on Monday, the new laws are designed to enhance transparency, efficiency, and adaptability in India’s legal system, meeting the demands of modern society. These groundbreaking reforms represent a historic transformation of India’s criminal justice system, addressing contemporary challenges such as cybercrime and organized crime, while ensuring justice for victims of various offenses.
Overview
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today dedicated to the nation the successful implementation of three transformative criminal laws—the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam—at an event in Chandigarh.
These laws were conceived under the Prime Minister's vision to replace colonial-era legislation that remained in force after independence and to revolutionize the judicial system by focusing more on justice than on mere punishment. The theme of the event, "Secure Society, Developed India—From Punishment to Justice," reflects this shift in focus.
Implemented nationwide on July 1, 2024, the new criminal laws are designed to make India's legal system more transparent, efficient, and responsive to contemporary societal needs. This historic reform represents a significant overhaul of India’s criminal justice system, introducing frameworks to address modern challenges such as cybercrime, organized crime, and ensuring justice for victims of various offenses.
The program highlighted the practical application of these laws, with a live demonstration of a simulated crime scene investigation, showing how the new legal frameworks are already reshaping the criminal justice landscape.
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