Kupwara Police Organises Awareness Programme on New Criminal Laws at Alexandra School, Dragmulla

Kupwara : As part of its ongoing efforts to promote legal awareness, Kupwara Police organised an awareness programme on the newly enacted criminal laws at Alexandra School, Dragmulla.

The programme was presided over by Shri G.M. Bhat (JKPS), Additional Superintendent of Police, Kupwara, as the Chief Guest, accompanied by Senior Prosecuting Officer Shri Masroor Ahmad, DySP (P) Shri Shivek Sharma, and DO Dragmulla PSI Shri Bilal Rashed.

The event began with a lecture by Senior Prosecuting Officer Shri Masroor Ahmad, who outlined key provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA). He highlighted reforms such as community service , time-bound investigations, and citizen-centric procedures.

While addressing students ASP Shri G.M. Bhat (JKPS) further elaborated on the victim-centric approach of the new laws, Zero FIR, e-FIR, special protections for women and children, and the growing threat of cybercrime. He also addressed the issue of drug abuse, urging students to stay vigilant. Concluding his address, he encouraged youth to adopt self-discipline, dedication, and hard work as the foundation for personal and national development.

The event concluded with appreciation from faculty members, who commended Kupwara Police for its proactive outreach.

Kupwara Police remains dedicated to empowering citizens through awareness and fostering a responsible, law-abiding society.