IIM Jammu hosts session on New Criminal Laws by Advocate Monika Kohli

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JAMMU: Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu under the leadership of Prof. B.S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu organized an awareness session focusing on the three newly introduced criminal laws. The event was coordinated by Kartavya Club, IIM Jammu. Advocate Monika Kohli, Senior Additional Advocate General at J&K High Court, highlighted the necessity of introducing the Bhartiya code, noting that societal evolution demands laws tailored to India’s contemporary challenges. She emphasized significant reforms such as the ability to register an FIR from any location, electronic FIR registration for enhanced accessibility, and a shift towards restorative justice focusing on rehabilitation. She also stressed new mandates for timely FIR filing, charge sheet preparation, and transparency in evidence handling. She highlighted the recognition of electronic evidence as primary, provisions for trials in absentia, and the introduction of community service for minor offences, all aimed at fostering rehabilitation and community involvement in the legal process.
Professor Jabir Ali, Dean Academics, IIM Jammu underscored the need to move beyond a colonial mindset, emphasizing the importance of evolving with the times. He mentioned that the new legislative actrepresents a significant stride in the positive direction. Others present were Dr. Ashish Kumar, Chairperson, Student Affairs, IIM Jammu, Cmdr. Kesavan Baskkaran, CAO, IIM Jammu along with faculty, officers, staff members and students of the Institute.