Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Friday, directed that all policemen in the state complete their training on three new criminal laws by March 2025. The laws, introduced in July 2024, aim to strengthen law enforcement and ensure public safety. CM Yogi emphasised the prompt procurement of essential equipment required for the enforcement of these laws while highlighting the importance of creating widespread public awareness about the new legal provisions.

During a meeting, officials informed the chief minister that 100% of IPS, PPS officers, and technical staff have already completed their training. Additionally, 99% of inspectors, 95% of sub-inspectors, and 74% of head constables/constables have also finished their training.

“During a key meeting held on Friday, officials informed the chief minister that 100 per cent of IPS, PPS officers, Inspectors-in-Charge/SHOs and technical staff across the state have been fully trained in the three new laws,” according to an official statement.

“Additionally, 99 per cent of inspectors, 95 per cent of sub-inspectors and 74 per cent of head constables/constables have also completed their training,” it added.

During the meeting, Yogi Adityanath called for the need for widespread public awareness about the new laws and proposed organising an exhibition at the upcoming Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj to promote the laws. The chief minister also suggested educating devotees about the benefits of these laws through short videos.

To strengthen law enforcement, the chief minister directed the provision of an additional forensic mobile van in all districts. He also stressed the need to expedite the recruitment of forensic experts and accelerate the installation of video conferencing units in prisons.

CM Yogi also instructed officials to utilise social media platforms to highlight significant achievements, including recent cases where criminals were convicted in record time. Equipment procurement related to the new laws is currently underway, and the CM directed officials to complete all purchases by March 2025.