Historic Shift: First FIR Registered Under New Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita in Maharashtra

The first FIR under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita was registered in Maharashtra, marking a significant change in India's criminal justice system. This replaced the colonial-era IPC, CrPC, and Indian Evidence Act. Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis noted this historic event alongside milestones for women in state leadership roles.

In a landmark moment for India's criminal justice system, the first FIR under the new Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) was registered by the Sawantwadi police in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district. This event, confirmed by Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis during a state assembly session, represents a historic shift towards updated legal reforms.

Effective Monday, the BNS, alongside the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), replaces the colonial-era Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and Indian Evidence Act, respectively. This marks a significant overhaul of the nation's criminal law framework.

Adding to the state's noteworthy accomplishments, Fadnavis highlighted the appointments of Sujata Saunik as the first woman chief secretary and Rashmi Shukla as the first woman Director General of Police. These announcements symbolize progressive steps in gender representation within Maharashtra's leadership.

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