Uttarakhand Achieves Top Rank in National Criminal Justice System Implementation
Uttarakhand has achieved a historic milestone by securing the top rank in the national implementation of the Interoperable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) 2.0. This accomplishment, guided by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, highlights the state's commitment to modernizing its judicial framework through technology. With an impressive score of 93.46, Uttarakhand leads the national rankings, followed by Haryana, Assam, Sikkim, and Madhya Pradesh. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami's proactive leadership has been pivotal in this success, ensuring effective implementation of new laws and enhancing police training. The state's focus on seamless data flow and transparency through innovative applications is setting a benchmark for law enforcement across the country.
| Mar 7, 2026, 12:57 IST
Uttarakhand's Historic Achievement in Criminal Justice Modernization
Uttarakhand has marked a significant milestone in the modernization of its judicial and law enforcement systems by securing the top position in the national implementation of the Interoperable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) 2.0, as per data projected for January 2026. This remarkable achievement reflects the visionary guidance of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and his commitment to establishing a technology-driven justice framework.
According to the latest progress dashboard from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) on the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS)/ICJS, Uttarakhand has achieved an impressive score of 93.46, placing it first nationally. The performance of the top five states in the national rankings has been commendable: Uttarakhand leads with 93.46, followed closely by Haryana at 93.41, Assam at 93.16, Sikkim at 91.82, and Madhya Pradesh at 90.55.
This success can be attributed to the effective leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, who has taken personal responsibility for ensuring the ground-level implementation of new laws, including the Indian Justice Code (BNS), the Indian Civil Security Code (BNSS), and the Indian Security Act (BSA). Chief Minister Dhami has conducted regular review meetings with senior government officials and field officers at the district level. This comprehensive oversight has facilitated timely resolution of technical challenges, enabling the police department to adapt successfully to the new legal framework.
The foundation of this achievement lies in the data entry mechanism established under ICJS 2.0. This system ensures seamless data flow among police (CCTNS), e-Courts, e-Jails, e-Prosecution, and e-Forensics departments. Once data is entered, it becomes instantly accessible to all relevant departments, reducing paperwork and expediting case resolutions.
To ensure transparency, videography of crime scenes and secure storage of digital evidence have been mandated through the "e-evidence" app. Over 23,000 police personnel in the state have received extensive training on the provisions of the new laws. Technological enhancements have prioritized features such as virtual court hearings through "Nyaya Shruti" and the availability of forensic mobile vans.