West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee pens PM Modi to defer implementation of three criminal laws

West Bengal Chief Minister has urged Prime Minister to defer the implementation of the three criminal laws, which are set to be rolled out on July 1.

In a letter to the prime minister, Banerjee said the deferment would enable a renewed Parliamentary review of the criminal laws, PTI reported.

The introduction of three new laws— Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Act—marks a significant shift as they replace the colonial-era Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and Indian Evidence Act of 1872.

 These reforms are designed to streamline the judicial process, enhance court management, and ensure swift justice delivery to the country's citizens.

(With inputs from PTI)