Agartala: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has announced a remarkable 21% increase in the state’s conviction rate over the past three years, highlighting the government’s commitment to strengthening law enforcement and judicial processes. Speaking during the Tripura Budget session on Monday, CM Saha attributed this achievement to the implementation of three newly enacted criminal laws and the establishment of Deputy Director of Prosecution offices across all eight districts of the state.
The conviction rate in criminal cases now stands at 29.80%, a significant improvement compared to previous years. CM Saha revealed that the total number of criminal cases registered in the state was 4,532 in 2022, 5,002 in 2023, and 4,033 in 2024. Charge sheets were filed in 3,548 cases in 2022, 3,970 cases in 2023, and 2,910 cases in 2024. Notably, 811 convictions were recorded in 2024, leading to the sentencing of 1,596 offenders.
To ensure stringent prosecution measures, the state government has enacted the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), replacing the Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and Indian Evidence Act, respectively. These laws aim to streamline the prosecution process and enhance the efficiency of the judicial system.
CM Saha emphasized the government’s dedication to justice and law enforcement, stating, “We aim to implement the prosecution process efficiently, something that has not been done properly in the past. The government is committed to ensuring justice for the people of Tripura.”
Additionally, approximately 70 new positions have been created across various categories, including Deputy Director, Assistant Director, and Superintendent Officers, to support the prosecution framework. A high-level meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Guwahati further discussed Tripura-specific concerns regarding the implementation of these laws.
This development marks a significant step forward in Tripura’s efforts to strengthen its legal and judicial systems, ensuring justice and accountability for its citizens.
