Technology‑Based Justice System Initiatives by Ministry of Home Affairs – Key Digital Platforms Launched in 2026

Key Insight

Digital justice tools launched in 2026 to fast‑track Nyaya Sanhita timelines.

Key Facts

1. 29 July 2026: MoHA Minister of State Shri Bandi Sanjay Kumar announced the new platforms in Rajya Sabha.
2. CCTNS now sends deadline alerts to investigators as per Nyaya Sanhita.
3. ICJS links police, courts, prisons, forensic labs and prosecution for electronic case flow.
4. e‑Sakshya, e‑Summons, Nyay Shruti and e‑Forensic enable digital evidence, summons and virtual hearings.
5. e‑Prison and e‑Prosecution create a cloud‑based national prison and prosecution network.
6. NAFIS provides a central fingerprint database for rapid suspect identification.

Background

Nyaya Sanhita introduced strict time limits for filing FIRs, charge‑sheets and reports. The new digital platforms help meet these limits, reduce case backlog and improve transparency in the criminal justice system.

UPSC Syllabus

• GS4 — Dimensions of ethics - private and public relationships
• GS4 — Concept of public service, philosophical basis of governance and probity
• GS4 — Integrity, impartiality, non-partisanship, objectivity and dedication to public service
• Essay — Philosophy, Ethics and Human Values

Mains Angle

In GS‑2, discuss how e‑governance reforms by the Ministry of Home Affairs strengthen the rule of law and reduce judicial delays. Possible question: "Evaluate the impact of technology‑based initiatives on the efficiency of the criminal justice system in India."