The Ministry of Law and Justice organised a two‑day Reforms Utsav & Chintan Shivir 2026 on 4‑5 July 2026 at Gyan Sarovar, Mount Abu, Rajasthan. Senior officers from the Legislative Department and the Department of Legal Affairs participated alongside the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice, Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal. The event aimed to review recent achievements and chart a roadmap for a modern, technology‑driven, citizen‑centric legal ecosystem.
Key Developments
- Inauguration by Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal on 4 July 2026, followed by a vision speech by Dr Rajiv Mani, Secretary of both departments.
- Break‑out sessions on legal governance, legislative reforms, digital transformation, and the adoption of Artificial Intelligence in law.
- Formulation of a comprehensive vision document containing concrete reform proposals and implementation measures.
- Release of a ‘Sankalp Patra’ that records the collective resolve of officers to pursue a digital, citizen‑centric legal framework.
Important Facts
The event saw participation from senior officers of both departments, with focused brainstorming on:
- Streamlining legislative drafting to make laws simpler, clearer, and more accessible.
- Leveraging digital tools and AI to build future‑ready institutions.
- Strengthening institutional capacity through continuous learning and innovation.
- Aligning reforms with the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.
Exam Relevance
For GS Paper II (Polity), the event illustrates how the Ministry of Law and Justice drives institutional reforms and inter‑departmental coordination. The focus on digital transformation and AI links to GS Paper III (Technology, Governance, and Development), highlighting the role of technology in public administration. The alignment with Viksit Bharat @2047 connects to GS Paper I (Indian Heritage and Vision). The ‘Sankalp Patra’ exemplifies policy‑making processes and ethical commitment, relevant for GS Paper IV (Ethics).
Way Forward
- Implement the vision document’s recommendations through phased action plans and regular monitoring.
- Develop capacity‑building programmes for officers on digital tools, data analytics, and AI applications in law.
- Establish a feedback mechanism with citizens to assess the impact of simplified legal processes.
- Integrate the reform agenda with broader Viksit Bharat @2047 goals, ensuring that legal reforms contribute to overall national development.