New Criminal Laws Take Effect with Central Control Room Support

The Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD) has established a central control room to support state and UT police departments with the implementation of three new criminal laws. This control room will provide guidance, solve issues, and share best practices among various stakeholders.

In a significant move, the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD) has activated a central control room to aid state and UT police departments with the rollout of three newly enacted criminal laws. The BPRD, functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is tasked with ensuring the seamless implementation of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA).

According to officials, the control room will play a pivotal role in resolving technical and legal issues, offering guidance for the registration of FIRs, and providing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and frequently asked questions (FAQs) to police units nationwide. Additionally, this hub will facilitate the exchange of best practices among states and UTs, promoting uniformity in the implementation process.

The new laws, which replace the older British-era legislations, mark a historic transformation in India's criminal justice system. Operational initially for a month, the control room's activities might be extended based on necessity, ensuring continued support for law enforcement agencies during this transition.

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