With three new criminal laws implemented from Monday, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University Vice Chancellor of the University Mahesh Verma here called it a revolutionary step of the government.

He also said these three laws have evolved the judicial system from colonial era to match the requirements of adhunik bharat. He added that these will help in building a meaningful, empathetic and just society.

The Vice Chancellor made these assertions in a panel discussion organized by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University’s School of Law and Legal Studies on the three new laws.

He also said there is a need to make the people aware about these laws and also train those who will implement them. He enumerated the various activities being planned by the University to play a key role in this area.

The Vice Chancellor added that that in these new laws, the word 'Nyay' has been used in place of 'Dand' and community work has also been included as a punishment for minor crimes. He concluded by saying that this is an unprecedented change in the Indian judicial system, which will benefit every section of the society.

Former District & Sessions Judge H.S. Sharma said the most important thing about the changes made in these laws is that maximum attention has been given to those who seek justice. Full provision has been made to ensure that their plea is heard carefully at every level.

Special Secretary of National Security Council Secretariat Praveen Sinha said the changes made in these laws are quite progressive and are focused on the interests of the citizens. Their benefits will be reflected in the near future.

He said many old provisions have been removed and new provisions have been added in view of the requirements of our contemporary society. He also said among these changes, special care has been taken to ensure that the dignity of women and the rights of children are upheld.

Former Judge of Delhi High Court, Justice Talwant Singh said a lot of emphasis has been laid on digital evidence in the new laws.

This will increase digital intervention in the judicial process and the demand for forensic science professionals will increase. He also said by setting a time limit for the judicial process, legal benefits will reach a greater number of people.

Former judge of Delhi High Court, Justice M.L. Mehta said it is inappropriate to oppose these new laws without reading and understanding them properly. The changes brought in these laws have been made keeping in mind the interests of the people. He said that the new changes will speed up the judicial process and increase access of justice to the common man.

Dean of University School of Law and Legal Studies Professor Queeny Pradhan said about 800 students and staff participated in this discussion. Nodal officer of the program Dr. Upma Gautam said many such programs will be organized by the University in the future to increase awareness about the new laws.