Amit Shah Inaugurates Uttarakhand's Exhibition on New Criminal Laws in Haridwar
Union Home Minister Amit Shah officially opened a state-level exhibition focused on the "Nootan Nyaya Sanhita" in Haridwar on Saturday. The event, organized by the Uttarakhand government at Bairagi Camp, aims to spread awareness and emphasize the effective implementation of India's new criminal laws.
Exhibition Details and Objectives
The exhibition is designed to familiarize various stakeholders with the modern criminal justice system introduced by the Government of India. Key laws highlighted include the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA).
Target audiences include:
- Citizens
- Advocates
- Police personnel
- Prosecution officers
- Other stakeholders
Through simple, visual, and interactive formats, the exhibition presents critical provisions of these new laws. Notable features being showcased are:
- Mandatory time-bound investigation and filing of charge sheets
- Provision of Zero FIR and e-FIR
- Compulsory forensic investigation for crimes punishable with more than seven years of imprisonment
- Recognition of electronic and digital evidence
- Stronger legal provisions for crimes against women and children
Uttarakhand's Achievement and Exhibition Duration
It is noteworthy that Uttarakhand has achieved the top rank in the country for the effective implementation of the new laws, particularly the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. This exhibition serves as a platform to demonstrate this success and educate the public.
The exhibition will remain open to the public until 9 March, providing ample opportunity for visitors to engage with the material and learn about the legal reforms.
Earlier Development Exhibition
Earlier on the same day, Amit Shah also inaugurated a development exhibition at Bairagi Camp in Haridwar. This exhibition showcases the achievements of the Uttarakhand government under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami over the past four years.
Shah visited various stalls and reviewed exhibits that highlight the state's progress in several key areas:
- Infrastructure development
- Strengthening of road connectivity
- Expansion of healthcare services
- Reforms in the education sector
- Investment promotion
- Tourism development
- Preservation of religious and cultural heritage
- Development of border areas
The exhibition also features several important and historic decisions taken by the state government, providing a comprehensive overview of Uttarakhand's developmental initiatives and governance reforms.
