State PCS - Haryana (HCS)

• 10 Jul 2025

Haryana Sets Benchmark in Criminal Justice Reform

Why in News? 

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. 
• 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. 
• 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.