Exhibition on New Justice Codes Concludes Successfully, DGP Praises Efforts

Exhibition on New Justice Codes Concludes Successfully

The five-day grand exhibition, organized by the Madhya Pradesh Police Headquarters based on the new justice codes, concluded successfully today at the BHEL Dussehra Maidan in Bhopal. The primary objective of this exhibition was to explain the provisions of new laws like the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) to the general public in a simple, easy, and practical manner.

Director General of Police Mr. Kailash Makwana reviewed the exhibition and specifically lauded the live demonstrations of modern policing, forensic techniques, and the justice process. The exhibition presented the entire system, from receiving a crime report to police action, scientific investigation, forensic examination, prosecution, and ultimately, court proceedings, across 14 special zones using models, digital displays, videos, live demos, and live theatrical performances.

Mr. Makwana stated that such initiatives make police operations and the new justice system more accessible to the public and youth. He also highlighted the improved coordination among the police, forensics, medical, prosecution, and judicial processes.

Practical Demonstration of New Code Provisions

Organized under the guidance of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, this exhibition showcased various aspects of the new criminal justice system not just as theoretical knowledge but in its practical implementation. It prominently featured the coordinated role of police, forensics, medical, prosecution, judiciary, and prison administration.

Citizens had the opportunity to closely observe and understand the complete functioning of the modern criminal justice system, which was a significant aspect of the exhibition. This provided a unique platform for public engagement with the legal framework.

Live Reenactment of Prosecution and Court Stages

On the final day of the exhibition, the third phase, which explained prosecution and court proceedings, was particularly highlighted through a live theatrical reenactment. This presentation demonstrated how a case is prepared for prosecution after investigation, the role of the prosecution, how court proceedings are conducted, and how justice is ultimately delivered.

The importance of modern digital systems like CCTNS (Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems) and ICJS (Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System) was also underscored during this presentation. The presentation clarified how the coordination of digital information and processes between various stages aids in delivering swift and systematic justice.

'End-to-End' Digital Justice Process via ICJS

The entire criminal justice process, from beginning to end, was displayed digitally through ICJS and CCTNS at the exhibition. Based on the 'One Data, One Entry' principle, this system explained the use of technology and mutual coordination across various stages, from police to prosecution, health, forensics, prisons, and courts.

At the police level, procedures for registering FIRs, collecting digital evidence, e-Zero FIR, and investigation management were demonstrated through CCTNS and e-evidence. Information on digital facilities such as search, seizure, audio-video recording of crime scenes, and e-Summon was also provided.

At the prosecution level, the rapid evaluation of charge sheets and digital examination of case files were explained via the e-Prosecution portal. At the health and forensic levels, standardized creation and transfer of medico-legal examinations and post-mortem reports were showcased through MedLEaPR, and scientific case tracking through e-Forensics was demonstrated.

Systems for prison administration like the e-Prisons system and for judicial processes such as e-Courts, Nyay Shruti, and e-Summon were also presented live.

Theatrical Presentation: Journey from Incident to Justice

A theatrical presentation, prepared under the auspices of the Crime Investigation Department, vividly depicted the entire process from an incident occurring to police assistance, police station functioning, crime investigation, medical aid, scientific research, forensic testing, prosecution, and court proceedings.

This presentation, directed by Mr. Anand Yadav, also demonstrated the practical application of the new justice codes, earning appreciation from senior officials. The performance effectively bridged the gap between legal theory and practical execution.

Demonstration of Modern Forensic Techniques

The exhibition explained the process of identification based on fingerprints and palm prints collected from a crime scene using NAFIS (National Automated Fingerprint Identification System). The process of collecting biometric and identification details of criminals using the MCU (Measurement Collection Unit), employing parameters like iris scan and digital photography, was also displayed.

The role of forensic experts in securing a crime scene, scientific collection of evidence, photography, and videography was clarified through 3D Crime Scene Models. Information on Mobile Forensic Units, FSL, and various scientific investigation methods like DNA, Biology, Chemistry, Toxicology, Ballistics, Physics, and Voice Analysis was also provided.

Technology-Enabled Police Services: From Dial-112 to Cyber Security

The exhibition featured a live demonstration of the process from receiving an emergency call through Dial-112 to information gathering, dispatch, and monitoring by senior officials. In the cyber security zone, important information was provided to citizens regarding protection from online fraud, immediate reporting to 1930, the 'golden hour' for cyber fraud, and safe digital practices.

Additionally, the police procedure for searching for missing children and reuniting them with their families through 'Operation Muskaan' was explained. Information on police assistance available to women and their legal rights was also provided through the Women's Help Desk.

Enthusiastic Participation from Youth and Students

Throughout the five days, citizens, students, and youth participated in large numbers. They viewed demonstrations related to forensic science, Dial-112, policing, prosecution, and court proceedings, and also took part in live quizzes.

Young visitors found the presentations on modern technology, forensic research, and civil defense to be very useful and informative. This exhibition proved to be an innovative initiative to connect the public with the law and justice system, not only imparting knowledge about the laws but also explaining how the justice system functions after an incident.

The functioning of a technology-enabled, scientific, coordinated, and citizen-centric modern criminal justice system was successfully communicated to the general public through simple language, digital technology, and live presentations.