Mahindra University Hosts Training on New Criminal Legislation

The School of Law at Mahindra University is hosting a comprehensive 4-day training programme for police officers from Telangana. The training programme, which is being held from June 3rd to 6th, aims to better acquaint the officials of law enforcement with the newly introduced criminal laws.

The programme is focused on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. These new legislations aim to modernise the criminal justice system, expedite trials, and ensure the protection of victims, among other reforms.

The programme was inaugurated by Nitika Pant, IPS, DCP Medchal, who emphasised the critical need for police officers to fully understand these new laws. “The new legislations are designed to replace outdated laws, bring innovations in trials, and include provisions for gender inclusivity and summary trials for petty crimes,” added Medchal.

Welcoming the delegates, Prof. (Dr.) Balakista Reddy, Dean of the School of Law, Mahindra University, underscored the importance of staying informed about the latest legal changes. "Ignorance of the law is no excuse, especially for law enforcement officers. Mahindra University’s School of Law focuses on the concept of Academic Social Responsibility (ASR) and is committed towards contributing to the society and fostering informed and responsible citizens.”

Advocate AP Suresh, a practising criminal lawyer from the Telangana High Court, spoke on “Police, lawyers, and the judiciary play a crucial role in the criminal justice system. It is necessary to empower these entities to enforce the law effectively. Stringent penalties are required to deter criminal activities. Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) is more complex compared to the Indian Penal Code (IPC) but it is important to understand both along with addressing delays in filing First Information Reports (FIRs).”

Over 100 police officers of various ranks, including G. Narasimha Reddy, ADCP, Srinivas Reddy, ACP Medchal, and K. Ramulu, ACP Pet Basheerbag and faculty members from various law schools, including Mahindra University attended the first day of the training programme.