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Haryana Sets Benchmark in Criminal Justice Reform
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Haryana has emerged as a leader in criminal justice reform by delivering swift, victim-centric justice. The state has set a national benchmark by adopting advanced technology, upgrading forensic infrastructure, and providing intensive training under India’s new criminal laws.
Key Points
- Capacity Building Under New Criminal Laws:
- Haryana launched an extensive training programme, equipping over 54,000 police personnel in the detailed provisions of:
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)
- Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA)
- iGOT Karmayogi Platform:
- Over 37,800 police officers have been onboarded to the iGOT Karmayogi platform.
- The platform supports self-paced legal education, making Haryana’s digital skilling effort one of the largest among Indian states.
- Haryana launched an extensive training programme, equipping over 54,000 police personnel in the detailed provisions of:
- Digital Policing Through eSummon and eSakshya:
- Haryana has fully implemented platforms like:
- eSummon: Over 91.37% of summons are now issued electronically.
- eSakshya: Records 100% of searches and seizures digitally.
- Around 67.5% of witness and complainant statements are now recorded via the eSakshya mobile app, ensuring transparent and standardized evidence collection.
- Haryana has fully implemented platforms like:
- Gender-Sensitive Justice Mechanisms:
- Haryana has established Fast Track Special Courts under the POCSO Act 2012 in Gurugram, Faridabad, and Panchkula.
- These courts ensure speedy trials in heinous crimes involving women and children.
- New Provisions for Witness Examination:
- Under the new criminal laws, Haryana now allows witnesses to be examined at designated locations, expanding beyond traditional courtroom settings.
- Enhanced Forensic Infrastructure:
- The state has deployed mobile forensic vans in every district (and two in larger ones).
- Haryana has invested Rs 68.70 crore in procuring advanced cyber forensic tools, significantly strengthening investigation capabilities.
iGOT Karmayogi
- About:
- Managed by Karmayogi Bharathas, iGOT Karmayogi offers over 2,400 courses in 16 languages, all courses align with the indigenous Karmayogi Competency Model based on Indic wisdom and Mission Karmayogi principles.
- Karmayogi Bharat, a 100% government-owned not-for-profit Special Purpose Vehicle, was incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013.
- Mission Karmayogi:
- It is aimed at creating a professional, well-trained, and future-ready civil service aligned with India’s developmental priorities and national programs.
- The mission promotes a shift from rule-based to role-based training, and embraces a competency-driven approach that focuses on the right blend of Attitude, Skills, and Knowledge (ASK).
- It follows the 70-20-10 model (70% learning through experience, 20% via peers, and 10% from formal training). It also links learning with career goals and ensures objective performance evaluation.