Banda DM Directs Faster Prosecution in Serious, Women and Child Crime Cases

A review meeting on prosecution-related work was held under the chairmanship of Banda District Magistrate Amit Asheri at the Collectorate auditorium in Banda. The meeting focused on the disposal of pending cases, effective prosecution in serious and sensitive crimes, and coordination between the Police Department and the Prosecution Department.

The District Magistrate directed that quality and effective prosecution must be ensured in all prosecution-related cases. He said this would help ensure that offenders are punished according to the law and that victims receive justice on time.

During the meeting, the District Magistrate issued instructions on the regular review and timely disposal of cases pending before the courts. Effective action must be taken to ensure that these cases are resolved quickly and within the prescribed time.

He also directed that serious and sensitive criminal cases be given priority. Effective prosecution must be ensured in such cases through focused attention and regular follow-up.

Cases involving crimes against women and children were also discussed. The District Magistrate directed that effective prosecution be ensured on a priority basis in cases related to crimes against women and children, as well as cases registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences, or POCSO, Act.

The meeting also reviewed the presentation of evidence and records before the courts. The District Magistrate directed that all required evidence, records and other documents be submitted on time so that unnecessary delays do not occur during hearings.

On coordination between the police and prosecution departments, he directed investigating officers and prosecution officers to work in coordination. Any problems arising in the cases must be resolved on time through mutual coordination.

The District Magistrate also instructed the concerned officers to take the necessary action to ensure the timely presence of witnesses before the courts.

He directed that important and sensitive cases be monitored regularly. He made it clear that no negligence should be shown in prosecution-related work.

The District Magistrate further instructed that quality, promptness and accountability must be maintained in prosecution work. He directed all concerned officers to work seriously to ensure lawful action against offenders and provide speedy justice to victims in accordance with the government’s intent.

Additional District Magistrate (Judicial) Maya Shankar Yadav was present at the meeting, along with officers from the Prosecution Department, Police Department and other concerned departments.