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Shillong: Meghalaya has officially launched a digital Investigation Monitoring Module alongside new police Standard Operating Procedures. These tools aim to improve case management and strengthen criminal investigations under the nation's revamped legal framework. The initiatives were unveiled on June 18 at a Nyaya Sanhita Exhibition held in Shillong.
Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong inaugurated the event, which brought together traditional leaders, students, and officials. Tynsong emphasized the T3 model, which stands for Timeline, Technology, and Trust, as the core strategy for effective policing. To support these goals, the state has deployed forensic mobile vans across all 12 districts to enhance evidence collection in remote regions.
The government also established a new Directorate of Prosecution to improve legal efficiency and reduce delays in filing charge sheets. Tynsong encouraged community leaders to share their knowledge of these legal changes to ensure citizens understand their rights and civic responsibilities. He noted that the new laws are meant to speed up justice delivery by modernizing outdated procedures.
Director General of Police Idashisha Nongrang stated that the transition marks a historic departure from colonial-era regulations. During the event, she remarked, "This is something that is absolutely new to us. We have had the previous criminal laws, which were a legacy of the British era. After 160 years, as a free country, we have been able to enact very significant and relevant new laws." Nongrang added that these reforms are vital for addressing the modern nature of crime.
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