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Punjab and Haryana High Court Chief Justice Unveils Seminal Legal Texts by Former IAS Officer on New Criminal Laws

These texts, authored by retired Haryana bureaucrat K.K. Khandelwal, an IAS officer from the Haryana Cadre (1985 batch), offer in-depth commentary and analysis of the three new criminal laws that came into effect on July 1, 2024.
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Chandigarh: In a significant event, Chief Justice Sheel Nagu of the Punjab and Haryana High Court on Thursday released three important legal texts centered on the latest updates to India’s criminal laws. These texts, authored by retired Haryana bureaucrat K.K. Khandelwal, an IAS officer from the Haryana Cadre (1985 batch), offer in-depth commentary and analysis of the three new criminal laws that came into effect on July 1, 2024, replacing the colonial-era Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and the Indian Evidence Act.

The three texts, titled ‘A Treatise and Commentary on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita,’ ‘A Treatise and Commentary on the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita,’ and ‘A Treatise and Commentary on the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam,’ were co-authored by Khandelwal along with Ravindra Khandelwal, Kamaljeet Dahiya, Anu Singh, and Varun Chugh. These books delve into the nuances of the new laws, offering insights into how they address contemporary issues and the evolving nature of criminal justice in India.

During the release ceremony at the Main Bar Room in the High Court Complex, Justice Nagu highlighted the progressive nature of the laws. “They have grouped similar kinds of offences, especially those concerning children, women, and serious crimes like murder,” she noted. “The laws are also more digitally adept, a key feature in today’s technological age.”

One of the notable aspects of the new laws is the expanded definition of punishment, which now includes community service as a form of sentence for certain offenses. Justice Nagu emphasized this as a unique feature, saying, “Though I expected it should have been included for many more sections, community service is a type of punishment that is used globally.”

Former Madhya Pradesh High Court Chief Justice Ajay Kumar Mittal, who also attended the event, praised the newly unveiled legal texts for their role in guiding legal professionals through the complexities of these updated laws. “These reforms are not mere cosmetic changes,” he said. “They represent a comprehensive reworking of India’s criminal laws to better align with contemporary social and technological realities.”

K.K. Khandelwal, the author of the texts, has a long history of literary contributions, having authored over three dozen books on various subjects ranging from law to management and culture. He currently serves as the Chief National Commissioner of The Bharat Scouts and Guides.

The release of these texts marks an important step in India’s ongoing efforts to modernize its criminal justice system, ensuring that it is better suited to address the challenges and demands of the 21st century.


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