On May 23, 2025, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, held a review meeting with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, Shri N. Chandrababu Naidu, in New Delhi to assess the implementation of the three new criminal laws. The meeting focused on ensuring these laws reflect the spirit of the Indian Constitution and enhance citizens’ rights through effective ground-level execution.
Overview of the New Criminal Laws
Aligning with Constitutional Values
Shri Amit Shah emphasized that the three new criminal laws, introduced under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, aim to embody the principles of the Indian Constitution. He stressed that merely enacting these laws is insufficient; their full implementation at the grassroots level is essential to strengthen civil rights and deliver justice to citizens.
Implementation Strategies
Technology and Timely Action
The minister highlighted the importance of technology and continuous monitoring to ensure the effective rollout of the new laws. He urged Andhra Pradesh to adhere to strict timelines for filing charge sheets within 60 days and framing charges within 90 days. Regular reviews were recommended, with the Chief Minister monitoring progress monthly, the Chief Secretary fortnightly, and the State Home Secretary and Director General of Police weekly.
| Implementation Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Charge Sheet Filing | Within 60 days |
| Framing of Charges | Within 90 days |
| Review Frequency | Chief Minister: Monthly; Chief Secretary: Fortnightly; Home Secretary & DGP: Weekly |
| Technology Use | Essential for monitoring and enforcement |
State-Level Commitment
Ensuring Early Enforcement
Shri Shah urged Andhra Pradesh to conduct a pin-pointed review of the implementation status to ensure early and complete enforcement of the new laws. Chief Minister Naidu expressed gratitude for the Union Home Minister’s leadership in transforming India’s criminal justice system through these reforms.
Collaborative Efforts
Multi-Stakeholder Involvement
The meeting was attended by the Union Home Secretary, Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh, Director General of Police, and senior officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs and Andhra Pradesh Government. Discussions covered the status of provisions related to police, prisons, courts, prosecution, and forensics, ensuring a comprehensive approach to implementation.
Key Highlights
- Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah reviewed the three new criminal laws with Andhra Pradesh CM Shri N. Chandrababu Naidu on May 23, 2025.
- The laws aim to reflect the Indian Constitution and require ground-level implementation to strengthen civil rights.
- Timelines set for charge sheet filing (60 days) and framing charges (90 days).
- Technology and continuous monitoring emphasized for effective enforcement.
- Regular reviews recommended: monthly by CM, fortnightly by Chief Secretary, and weekly by Home Secretary and DGP.