A NATIONAL BENCHMARK!! Goa to Lead in Implementing New Criminal Laws, Says Amit Shah
Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a critical review meeting in New Delhi with Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, urging the coastal state to become a national benchmark in implementing India’s three new criminal laws.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a critical review meeting in New Delhi with Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, urging the coastal state to become a national benchmark in implementing India’s three new criminal laws: the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA). Effective since July 1, 2024, these laws replace colonial-era statutes, aiming to deliver swift justice under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.
Shah emphasized Goa’s potential to set a model for the nation, stressing strict adherence to timelines and technology-driven enforcement. He directed full implementation of e-summons by March 31, 2025, and mandatory registration of investigation officers on the e-Sakshya platform. Highlighting a 90% conviction rate target for crimes with over seven-year sentences, Shah also insisted on 100% forensic sample testing to bolster evidence quality. The meeting, attended by Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Goa’s Chief Secretary, and DGP Alok Kumar, reviewed police, prison, court, prosecution, and forensic progress.
Sawant reaffirmed Goa’s commitment, posting on X, “I reaffirm my commitment that Goa will lead by example, implementing these laws with conviction to uphold justice and strengthen the legal framework for our people.” Shah underscored the laws’ focus on timely justice, directing senior police to monitor cases of organized crime, terrorism, and mob lynching closely, requiring SP-level approval for such registrations to prevent misuse. He also stressed returning recovered property to rightful owners per the new provisions.
With India’s FY25 GDP growth at 6.5% and global challenges in focus, these reforms signal a modernized judiciary. Goa’s proactive adoption—building on Shah’s prior state reviews—positions it as a potential leader. By blending technology like e-Nyay with rigorous oversight, Goa aims to redefine justice delivery, inspiring nationwide change.
