Reviewed the functioning of the Directorate of Prosecution, GNCTD, today. Expressed concern over low conviction rates, mounting case pendency and delays in disposal. Directed immediate, outcome-oriented measures:
• Stronger Monitoring: Overhaul case tracking, streamline file allocation and identify trial delays.
• Timely Justice: Enforce BNSS timelines, operationalise Trial in Absentia wherever legally applicable, and hold Investigating Officers accountable for investigation quality and evidence collection.
• Fix Accountability: Analyse acquittals, identify lapses and ensure accountability at every stage.
• Inter-Agency Coordination: Strengthen daily coordination among Prosecutors,
@DelhiPolice and FSL, including effective IO briefings.
• Quality Prosecution: Strengthen pre-trial scrutiny of charge-sheets, minimise adjournments and ensure timely production of witnesses.
Justice delayed cannot become justice denied. Every avoidable delay and lapse must be addressed. Directed all concerned agencies to act with urgency, coordination and accountability to strengthen prosecution and ensure more effective delivery of justice.