Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, June 23, 2025: In a pioneering step toward the digital integration of the criminal justice system, Madhya Pradesh has become the first state in the country to organize a comprehensive workshop on the implementation of the Interoperable Criminal Justice System (ICJS). The landmark event, titled “ICJS Implementation and Digital Integration”, was held at Kushabhau Thackeray Auditorium (Minto Hall), Bhopal, bringing together all five key pillars of the ICJS—Police, Prosecution, Courts, Jails, Forensics, and Health—on a single platform.
The workshop was conducted under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Yadav, with continuous strategic guidance from Chief Secretary Shri Anurag Jain and Director General of Police Shri Kailash Makwana. It was organized by the State Crime Records Bureau (SCRB) of Madhya Pradesh Police Headquarters, marking a significant milestone in the state’s journey toward smart policing and judicial efficiency.
Inaugurated with the traditional lighting of the lamp by Hon’ble Justice Shri Sanjeev S. Kalgaonkar, Judge, High Court of Madhya Pradesh, and other dignitaries, the event witnessed participation from a distinguished panel of speakers and officials. These included Special DGP Shri Pawan Kumar Srivastava, Justice Shri Sanjeev Sachdeva, and top-ranking police, judiciary, prosecution, forensic, jail, and health department officials from across the state.
Key highlights of the workshop included:
Experience Sharing and Integration Challenges: Stakeholders discussed operational hurdles, digital readiness, and collaboration models for effective ICJS execution.
Expert Insights:
Dr. Nishith Dixit, cyber law expert, elaborated on the legal validity of electronic evidence in courts.
DGP (Telecom) UP Shri Ashutosh Pandey shared insights on digital transformation in prosecution.
ADG Shri Chanchal Shekhar and SP Dewas Shri Puneet Gehlot presented Madhya Pradesh Police’s digitization initiatives and the Dewas pilot project.
Experts from NIC, FSL, and Health Department showcased applications like e-Forensics and MedLeaPR.
The event was meticulously coordinated by ADG SCRB Shri Jaideep Prasad and DIG Shri Hemant Chauhan.
In the concluding session, a focused group discussion yielded practical suggestions that will be instrumental in shaping a cohesive framework for ICJS implementation. These inputs aim to enhance inter-departmental coordination, streamline digital processes, and address infrastructure and training gaps.
The Madhya Pradesh ICJS Workshop not only set a precedent for other states but also reaffirmed the state’s commitment to justice delivery reforms and technology-driven governance.
