Assam Government Introduces First Witness Protection Scheme to Enhance Justice Delivery

Assam Government Introduces First Witness Protection Scheme to Enhance Justice Delivery

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Category : National Published on: July 02 2024

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  • Assam's inaugural Witness Protection Scheme, introduced by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and aligned with Section 398 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, allows witnesses to apply for protection through a prescribed form before a competent authority.
  • The scheme aims to safeguard witnesses facing threats during investigations and trials, ensuring fair trials and security against intimidation, thus bolstering the justice delivery system.
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