Tue Dec 03 05:06:14 UTC 2024: ## Modi to Dedicate New Criminal Laws to Nation in Chandigarh
**Chandigarh, December 3, 2024** – Prime Minister Narendra Modi will today dedicate three new criminal laws to the nation in a ceremony in Chandigarh. The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, replacing colonial-era legislation, aim to modernize India’s judicial system.
The event, themed “Secure Society, Developed India: From Punishment to Justice,” will highlight the practical application of these laws, which came into effect nationwide on July 1st. A live demonstration simulating a crime scene investigation will showcase how the new frameworks address contemporary challenges such as cybercrime and organized crime, while ensuring greater justice for victims. The reforms are intended to create a more transparent, efficient, and adaptable legal system for India.
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