Biren, Khandu welcome replacement of archaic laws

Guwahati: NE states hailed the three new criminal laws that came into force from Monday.
Addressing a function in Imphal, Manipur CM N Biren Singh said the new criminal laws which have provisions for a maximum of two adjournments in court cases and filing of zero FIR at any police station will be of great help to the people. Under the new laws, FIRs can be filed in one’s own language, he added.Biren said the Centre introduced these laws after realising that the existing legislation was insufficient to address the technological advancements and societal changes that have taken place over the last few decades.
Emphasising that the new laws have provisions against mob justice, Biren urged the public to seek understanding through peaceful dialogue rather than resorting to mob justice. Furthermore, Singh explained that the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) has expanded the definition of ‘document’ to include electronic and digital records, providing examples of such records.
Arunachal CM Pema Khandu also termed the three new laws as watershed moments in India’s judicial history. “It’s a farsighted move towards ensuring political, economic, and social justice to all by ensuring timely completion of investigation. Registration of FIRs has been made much easier. The new Sanhitas are more sensible towards handling crimes against women,” Khandu wrote on X.