Patna, June 2 (IANS) A high-level review meeting with senior officials of the Home Department was held at the Sankalp Auditorium in the Chief Minister’s residence, where the implementation of the country’s three new criminal laws and the Interoperable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) was comprehensively reviewed.

The meeting, chaired by CM Samrat Choudhary, emphasised the need to strengthen a transparent, technology-driven, and citizen-centric law enforcement and justice delivery framework.

During deliberations, officials assessed the progress of ongoing initiatives to modernise the criminal justice system and improve coordination among law enforcement and judicial departments.

The meeting stressed the need to leverage modern technology to make the justice delivery mechanism more efficient, accessible, and responsive to citizens’ needs.

Officials were directed to ensure that technological tools are effectively integrated into administrative and legal processes to improve service delivery and reduce procedural delays.

Special emphasis was also placed on increasing public awareness about the Citizen Services Portal.

Authorities were instructed to undertake extensive outreach and awareness campaigns to ensure citizens can fully utilise the services and facilities available on the digital platform.

A key focus of the review meeting was the strengthening of the Speedy Trial mechanism to ensure the timely disposal of pending criminal cases.

Officials were directed to further streamline legal and administrative procedures for speedy trials to deliver justice more efficiently.

The meeting underscored that swift resolution of cases is essential for maintaining public confidence in the justice system and ensuring accountability.

The review also highlighted the importance of strengthening information-sharing mechanisms among various government departments and agencies.

Officials were instructed to improve coordination and communication channels to ensure seamless information exchange, thereby increasing administrative efficiency, transparency, and responsiveness.

Better inter-departmental collaboration was identified as a critical factor in the successful implementation of the new legal and technological frameworks.

Samrat Choudhary directed District Magistrates and Superintendents of Police across the state to hold regular interactions with industrialists, businesspersons, and representatives of major institutions.

Through these engagements, officials are expected to understand concerns related to security, business operations, and administrative support, and take appropriate corrective measures wherever necessary.

The objective is to create a secure and business-friendly environment that encourages investment, economic activity, and institutional growth.

–IANS

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