Instructions given on effective implementation of new criminal laws and quality of crime investigation
Raipur, 09 April 2025- Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai today reviewed the works of the Home Department at Mantralaya Mahanadi Bhawan, Nava Raipur. Chief Minister Sai directed to give top priority to the effective implementation of the new criminal law Indian Justice Code (BNS) implemented by the Government of India. He said that these laws will not only bring reforms in the justice system, but will also help in instilling fear in criminals and confidence in the general public. Chief Minister Sai said that effective understanding and practical training of these laws is necessary for the police force, prosecution officers and other related personnel. He directed that workshops and seminars should be organized in all the districts in a phased manner, in which training should be given through case study and mock trial. During the meeting, the Chief Minister laid special emphasis on making the crime investigation system more effective, scientific and authentic. He said that in criminal cases, not only arrests should be made, but investigation should be completed on the basis of accurate and strong evidence so that the accused can be punished. The Chief Minister also said that the investigation officers should be made proficient in the use of modern research techniques, digital forensics, CCTNS system and scientific equipment. Providing timely justice to the victims is the priority of the state government and for this, transparency, promptness and technical efficiency in the research process are essential. In view of the increasing challenge of cyber crimes, Chief Minister Sai also directed to make the cyber cell technically capable and to run a campaign to connect the public with cyber awareness. On this occasion, Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma, Chief Secretary Amitabh Jain, Additional Chief Secretary Manoj Pingua, Director General of Police Arun Dev Gautam, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Subodh Kumar Singh, Secretary Rahul Bhagat and other senior officers were present.
