Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, May 7 -
Haryana Chief Secretary T.V.S.N. Prasad said that Haryana is ready to implement new criminal laws: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 (BNS 2023), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023 (BNSS 2023), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023 (BSA 2023). To facilitate this, the Haryana Police has initiated comprehensive training programs to familiarize police personnel with these new laws.
Presiding over the 27th State Apex Committee meeting for CCTNS and ICJS here today, Mr. Prasad stated that a significant number of field officers have already undergone training on applying these new criminal laws at various Police training centers across the state. By the end of June 2024, approximately 30,000 field officials will have completed this training.
To enhance evidence management, Mr. Prasad said that the Case Diary Module of the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems (CCTNS) has been customized as an Evidence Management System, specifically designed to maintain records of digital evidence such as audio and video recordings. Additionally, he said that all police stations will be equipped with tablets for use at crime scenes.
Mr. Prasad further highlighted the development of CCTNS with the new "Status of Victims" report, which classifies victims based on age and gender. Additionally, a transliteration utility has been implemented within the CCTNS Core Application Software, allowing details of accused individuals and complainants to be provided in English for seamless integration with e-Courts applications.
Regarding the submission of IIF-5 (Final reports) from CCTNS to Courts, eFIR, and e-Challans, it was informed in the meeting that a committee, chaired by SP SCRB, Haryana, and comprising members from Prosecution, Court, NIC, and SCRB has been formed. The e-F.I.R. of stolen vehicles is currently in progress, and the integration of Vahan software with CCTNS is underway. e-Challan management is being handled by NCRB.
Mr. Prasad highlighted that Haryana Police continues to lead the nation in the Pragati dashboard ranking, achieving a score of 100 percent. He commended the department's collective efforts in ensuring the smooth operation of CCTNS and maintaining its top ranking. Director General of Police Shatrujeet Kapur and senior officers of various departments were also present at the meeting.