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Amit Shah Inaugurates Exhibition on New Criminal Laws in Andaman & Nicobar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated an exhibition in Andaman & Nicobar Islands to showcase India's three new criminal laws, emphasizing their role in delivering fast and flawless justice. He highlighted key features like e-FIRs, Zero FIRs, and forensic-based evidence as central to the legal reforms. Shah also chaired a consultative meeting, announcing a massive ₹30,000 crore investment over five years to build a national network of forensic laboratories and universities. The government aims to produce 35,000 forensic experts annually by establishing NFSU campuses in every state by 2029.

Key Points: Amit Shah Inaugurates Exhibition on New Criminal Laws

  • Exhibition on new criminal laws inaugurated
  • Focus on e-FIRs & forensic evidence
  • ₹30,000 crore investment in forensic labs
  • Goal of 35,000 forensic experts yearly
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Amit Shah inaugurates exhibition on new criminal laws in Andaman and Nicobar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated an exhibition on India's new criminal laws in Andaman & Nicobar, highlighting tech-driven justice reforms and a ₹30,000 crore forensic investment.

Amit Shah inaugurates exhibition on new criminal laws in Andaman and Nicobar
"India is acing the delivery of fast and flawless justice with e-FIRs, Zero FIRs, and forensic-based evidence. - Amit Shah"

Port Blair, January 4

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated an exhibition on the three new criminal laws in Sri Vijaya Puram of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, highlighting the government's focus on delivering fast and flawless justice through technology and forensic reforms.

"Inaugurated an exhibition on the three new criminal laws in Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman & Nicobar. India is acing the delivery of fast and flawless justice with e-FIRs, Zero FIRs, and forensic-based evidence provided for by the new laws," Shah posted on X.

He further said, "The people of Andaman & Nicobar and personnel associated with justice system should watch the exhibition on the new laws that are dedicated to shielding the rights of the citizens through timely justice delivery."

Earlier, the Union Home Minister chaired a meeting of the Parliamentary Consultative Committee of the Ministry of Home Affairs on the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) and the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Referring to India's progress in forensic science, Shah said, "India has achieved global standards in forensic investigation by delivering swift and accurate results and achieving record-breaking high conviction rates, serving fast and flawless justice."

He added, "We are now set to churn out 35,000 forensic experts a year by setting up NFSU campuses in all states by 2029."

Meanwhile, the centre has decided to invest Rs 30,000 crore over the next five years to establish a network of forensic laboratories across the country and ensure the setting up of a forensic university or a Central Forensic Lab by 2029 in every state.

Addressing the meeting, Shah said, "The government of India and state governments are going to invest 30 thousand crore rupees over the next five years to build a network of forensic laboratories across the country."

He further pointed out, "Along with this, a scientific mechanism has been established to address the lack of nationwide standards."

The meeting was attended by Union Ministers of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai and Bandi Sanjay Kumar; members of the Parliamentary Consultative Committee; the Union Home Secretary; the Vice Chancellor of NFSU; the Director General of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D); and other senior officials.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see the government reaching out to places like Andaman & Nicobar. Often, people in remote areas feel disconnected from such reforms. An exhibition is a great way to create awareness. Hope they do similar outreach in other states too.
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Rohit P
₹30,000 crore is a massive investment. While the intent is good, I hope there is transparency in how this money is spent. We need results, not just announcements. Faster justice is the need of the hour for every Indian.
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Sarah B
As someone who has followed judicial reforms in other countries, this focus on forensics is crucial. Evidence-based convictions are the cornerstone of a modern justice system. Training 35,000 experts annually is an ambitious and necessary goal.
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Nikhil C
The new laws sound promising on paper. But the real test will be implementation at the thana level. Will a common person in a village be able to file an e-FIR easily? The digital divide is still a big challenge in India.
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Meera T
Shielding citizens' rights through timely justice is the right phrase. For too long, cases drag on for years, draining people financially and emotionally. If these forensic and tech reforms can cut that time, it will be a huge service to the nation. 🤞

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