Overview

• The three new laws—Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam—replace outdated colonial-era legal codes and aim to reform India's criminal justice system.
• Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized improving conviction rates for serious crimes to over 90% and proposed creating a model Directorate of Prosecution in Maharashtra.
• Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that Maharashtra will completely implement the new laws within six months, with 90% of the police force already trained under the new framework.
• Technological integration, including video conferencing for evidence recording and systems like CCTNS 2.0 and ICJS 2.0, are being prioritized to enhance efficiency and transparency.
• Forensic infrastructure is being upgraded with 27 mobile forensic vans deployed, and plans are underway to establish dedicated facilities in courts and labs.