ammu & Kashmir Police registered the first FIR’s under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) in Anantnag, Srinagar, Baramulla, Kulgam & Police District Sopore. This historic event marks the beginning of a new era in the justice delivery system within the Kashmir Zone.

FIR No. 143/2024, was registered under Section 125(a) and 281 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 at Police Station Bijbehara being the first FIR registered in Kashmir Zone. Similarly, in Srinagar district, first case vide FIR No. 22/2024 under sections 303 BNS and 135 (1) Electricity Act was registered at Police Station Chanapora.

Baramulla Police has also registered the first case under FIR No. 93/2024, filed under sections 303(2) and 329(3) under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) at Police Station Kreeri. In Police District Sopore, the first case vide FIR No. 25/2024 under Section 223, 303 ii and 326A of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 has been registered at Police Station Panzla. Kulgam Police also registered the first case vide FIR No 47/2024 under sections 74, 115(2) BNS (Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita) at Police Station Yaripora.

This sets a vital precedent for the implementation of the new criminal law framework and underscores the swift and decisive action taken by the Police to uphold the law and ensure justice for all. This development is a testament to the dedicated efforts of the District Police and the judiciary in harmonizing the legal framework, enhancing the efficacy of the justice system, and strengthening the rule of law in the district.

The historic nature of this event signifies the entry of J&K Police into a new era which shall pave the way for a more efficient and robust justice delivery mechanism.