On July 3rd, during a workshop organised by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting under the Government of India, in collaboration with the Press Information Bureau in Aizawl, Mr. Lalbiakthanga Khiangte (2005-batch IPS officer), the incumbent Inspector General of Police (Law & Order) in Mizoram, assured that the new legislation, intending to raise awareness about three new criminal laws, will ensure swift justice and better protection for victims.
The Chief Guest at the workshop, Mr. Lalbiakzama, the Speaker of the Mizoram State Assembly, praised the organisers for their initiative in raising awareness about the new criminal laws, emphasising the necessity of understanding the newly enforced replacing the Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860, Criminal Procedure Code 1973, and Indian Evidence Act 1872, which were outdated laws and had undergone numerous amendments.
Officer Khiangte emphasised the Mizoram Police’s preparedness for implementing the new laws, highlighting their victim-centric approach, which aims to protect women and children and prioritise victim compensation. He expressed optimism that the principle of ‘justice delayed is justice denied’ would be mitigated, as cases will be resolved more swiftly.
According to the new provisions, ongoing cases will be allowed only two adjournments and FIRs can be filed electronically, with their copies being provided free of charge by the police. People will also have the right to know the status and extent of decisions in their cases.
