‘New laws will help achieve zero tolerance towards crime’

Jaipur: Chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said on Monday that with enactment of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita commencing Monday, the state will accomplish its objective of zero-tolerance approach to crime. Addressing a conference with the home department and high-ranking police officials, he stated, “The new legislation will empower the state’s system to provide, act, and administer justice in a timely fashion.”
The conference was attended by senior police officers and CLG members from all 50 districts, along with security personnel, village protectors, and police friends.The CM directed officials to establish dashboards at each police station to disseminate information about these laws.
“The state must undertake extensive promotion of the new criminal codes. I was informed that all police personnel are being trained in phases on the new laws. Thus far, more than 51,000 police personnel have received training on these new laws, which is a step towards implementing these laws effectively. Moreover, public awareness campaigns are being conducted to provide information to the general public in the most comprehensible terms,” said the CM.
Emphasising the significance of the new laws, he said, “The new criminal codes have established time limits for crucial stages of criminal cases. They include provisions such as informing the police about the progress of the case after 90 days, completing the preliminary investigation within 14 days, providing the medical report related to rape within 7 days, framing charges within 60 days of the first court hearing, and delivering the verdict within 45 days of the trial’s conclusion, ensuring swift justice for the victim.”
Sharma mentioned that the new laws prioritise prompt justice to victims and emphasise rehabilitation over punishment. “Provisions have also been incorporated to promote the interests of women, children, and rural residents,” he said.