Amit Shah Hails India's New Criminal Laws as 21st Century’s Biggest Reform

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced three new criminal laws aimed at modernizing India's justice system, describing them as the biggest reform of the 21st century. These new laws, replacing colonial-era legislation, are set to be fully implemented in Chandigarh within two months, with an emphasis on technology and justice delivery.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday dubbed three new criminal laws as the 'biggest' reform of the 21st century, stressing their objective is justice for the people.

Shah noted that following the full implementation of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), India will boast the world's most modern, technology-equipped criminal justice system.

He highlighted Chandigarh would be the first administrative unit to complete the laws' implementation within two months.