Nationwide demonstrations led by transporters against the heightened penalties in hit-and-run incidents under the revised criminal code concluded on Tuesday night following the government's commitment to hold discussions with them before enforcing these measures.
The All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) delegates engaged in a meeting with Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla on Tuesday. Bhalla reassured them that the regulations specified in the new legislation had not yet been officially announced. Additionally, he pledged that the ministry would engage in dialogue with AIMTC before putting these rules into effect.
With the guarantee of a discussion prior to implementation, AIMTC urged drivers to cease their strike.
As per AIMTC Chairman Malkit Singh Bal, Section 106 (2) of the new law proposes imprisonment of up to 10 years and fines in 'hit-and-run' cases. Transporters and truck drivers vehemently oppose this provision, insisting that it should not be enforced.
President Droupadi Murmu has granted her consent to the Indian Justice Code, Indian Civil Defence Code, and Indian Evidence Act, potentially allowing notification before January 26. The Home Ministry anticipates that this alteration will establish a system ensuring victims can obtain justice within a span of 3 years.
(With Agency Inputs)
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