Nyaya Sanhita Exhibition in Bhubaneswar Highlights India’s New Criminal Laws

Interactive displays help visitors understand the journey from crime scene to court

Bhubaneswar, March 7: A vibrant atmosphere marked the Nyaya Sanhita Exhibition organised by the Odisha Police at the IDCO Exhibition Ground in Bhubaneswar on Saturday, drawing visitors from diverse backgrounds eager to learn about India’s newly introduced criminal laws and their impact on the justice system.

Students, intellectuals, members of voluntary organisations and representatives of the Auto Rickshaw Drivers’ Association visited the exhibition in large numbers. Through interactive digital displays, detailed information panels and explanatory exhibits, attendees gained insights into the country’s updated legal framework.

The exhibition focuses on the recently introduced criminal laws — Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) — which have replaced the colonial-era laws and aim to modernise India’s criminal justice system.

One of the key attractions of the exhibition is an integrated display titled “From Crime Scene to High Court,” which guides visitors through the entire criminal justice process. The exhibit explains how investigations progress from the crime scene to trial and judicial proceedings, offering an educational overview of the system.

The exhibition also showcases various aspects of modern policing, including police modernisation and empowerment, crime prevention initiatives with special focus on crimes against women, and the role of specialised units in maintaining law and order.

Visitors also learned about the contributions of the Special Operations Group (SOG) in combating Maoism and the role of the Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) in responding to natural disasters and emergencies.

According to officials, the primary objective of the exhibition is to sensitise the public about the shift towards a technology-driven and citizen-centric justice system. Demonstrations on advanced investigative techniques and scientific methods used by the police also formed an important part of the display.

The exhibition was inaugurated on Friday by Amit Shah, India’s Union Home Minister, and will remain open to the public until March 10.

In a statement, the Odisha Police headquarters said the Nyaya Sanhita Exhibition reflects the organisation’s commitment to creating public awareness about the historic transformation in India’s criminal justice system and promoting active citizen participation in ensuring timely justice.