Justice Rajesh calls for judicial training in new criminal laws

“With the focus on the evolution of criminal laws, the process of legal reforms needs to blend harmoniously with the related aspects of judicial training of all stakeholders, so that the justice delivery system becomes more beneficial for society,” said Justice Rajesh Bindal of the Supreme Court at an event titled ‘Implementation of New Criminal Laws and Its Challenges’ held at the Sector-15 Community Centre in Faridabad today.

Justice Bindal, who was the chief guest at the function, stressed that while laws must evolve with time and outdated provisions should be eliminated, the justice system must develop with continuous legal reform and the proper training of those involved in delivering justice. He emphasised the importance of training advocates to ensure an in-depth understanding of new criminal laws, which would ultimately facilitate justice for the common man.

The event was attended by several legal and law enforcement dignitaries, including Additional Solicitor General of India Bijender Chahar, District and Sessions Judge (Faridabad) Sandeep Garg, Inspector General of Police Dr Rajshree Singh, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Faridabad) Maqsood Ahmed, and Jogendra Narwat, President of the District Bar Association.

Bijender Chahar highlighted the constitutional and procedural aspects of the new criminal laws, stressing the critical role of the judiciary in ensuring effective implementation.

IG Dr Rajshree Singh shared insights into the operational challenges faced by the police in adapting to the new legal framework. She called for training programmes to enhance law enforcement effectiveness.

Vikas Verma, Advocate-on-Record at the Supreme Court and the organiser of the event, concluded by saying that the event would go a long way in creating awareness about the need for a proper strategy for implementing the new laws.