Kupwara: In a significant move to promote legal awareness, District Administration Kupwara in collaboration with the Home Department launched a comprehensive awareness campaign across the Kupwara district to inform and educate the public about the newly introduced legislations including Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.
The main event was held at Town Hall Kupwara and was attended by Dy. SP Hq Kupwara, Chief Medical Officer, Chief Education Officer, Assistant Commissioner Development, Tehsildar Kupwara and other Officers from line departments, besides, large number of stakeholders including Numberdars, Chowkidars, Anganwari Workers/Helpers, Heads of Schools, SHGs and general public were present in awareness programme.
On the occasion, resource person and officers from administration highlighted the importance and provisions of the new legislations. The officials emphasized the importance of these laws in enhancing public safety, improving the justice delivery system, and adapting to evolving technological advancements.
Similarly, awareness programme on the three newly enacted criminal laws was organized at Town Hall, Handwara and was attended by senior law enforcement officials and administrative officers including Dy. SP DAR, Ab Majid, SHO Handwara, and Naib Tehsildars.
During the session, speakers emphasized the significance of the new laws in strengthening the justice system and ensuring a more effective legal process.
The awareness programme witnessed active engagement from attendees, with interactive discussions and clarifications provided on various aspects of the new legal provisions.
Awareness programmes about new criminal laws were also held in Sogam, Kralpora, Tangdar and Langate.
ADC provided a comprehensive overview of the three new criminal laws, elaborating on their role in protecting citizens and ensuring transparent and expeditious justice.
Dy.SP delivered an insightful presentation, explaining each law in detail. He outlined the significant changes in the existing legal framework and raised awareness about their implications.
The awareness programme was part of a broader initiative by the District Administration Ganderbal to familiarize the public with legal reforms and empower them with the knowledge to navigate the new judicial landscape effectively.
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