The Sector-15 Community Hall in Faridabad hosted an insightful conference on the evolving landscape of criminal law, as legal minds and judicial experts gathered to explore the pressing challenges surrounding the implementation of new criminal laws. The All India Lawyers Forum spearheaded the event, featuring a distinguished panel of guests, including the Honourable Justice Rajesh Bindal of the Supreme Court, who delivered the keynote address, along with a host of prominent legal and law enforcement figures.
The conference, organized by Vikas Verma, Advocate-on-Record at the Supreme Court and Vice-Chairman of the Forum, saw an assembly of figures such as Additional Solicitor General Bijender Chahar, Inspector General of Haryana Police Dr. Rajshree Singh, and Deputy Commissioner of Police Maqsood Ahmed, among others.
Justice Bindal emphasized the critical need for criminal laws to evolve with the times, acknowledging that many current legal provisions are now outdated. He called for a dynamic approach to legal reforms, alongside robust judicial training, to better equip those in the legal and law enforcement sectors in interpreting and applying these laws. He stressed the importance of ensuring that the common people can access justice through an informed and efficient legal system.
Bijender Chahar, Additional Solicitor General, delved into the constitutional framework of the new criminal laws. He articulated the essential role that judicial bodies and legal professionals play in facilitating their implementation while safeguarding citizens’ fundamental rights.
Dr. Rajshree Singh, Inspector General of Haryana Police, shared her perspective from the law enforcement side, pinpointing the operational hurdles faced by police forces in adopting the new laws. She underscored the urgency for specialized training programs and enhanced coordination across various departments to streamline law enforcement efforts.
Maqsood Ahmed, DCP (Crime) of Faridabad, echoed the call for awareness and training, stressing that law enforcement agencies must stay vigilant and informed to prevent mistakes in the administration of justice under the reformed criminal laws.
This collaborative forum highlighted the shared commitment among judicial, legal, and law enforcement communities to refine the justice system and ensure that the transition to new criminal laws is as seamless as possible.