The legal community is poised to mark a major achievement with the upcoming release of three pioneering legal texts on new criminal laws, authored by Dr. K.K. Khandelwal, IAS (Retd.). The books, titled “A Treatise and Commentary on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita,” “A Treatise and Commentary on the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita,” and “A Treatise and Commentary on the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam,” will be launched on January 23, 2025, at 4:30 PM. The prestigious event will be held at the Main Punjab and Haryana Bar Association Room within the Punjab and Haryana High Court premises.
The ceremony will be graced by the Hon’ble Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Sh. Sheel Nagu, who will formally release these texts. The event will also be presided over by Hon’ble Justice Mr. Ajay Kumar Mittal, Former Chief Justice of Madhya Pradesh, bringing together prominent figures from the legal fraternity.
The event will begin with a welcome address and introductory remarks by Sh. Jasdev Singh Brar, Acting President of the High Court Bar Association, followed by proceedings led by Sh. Swarn Singh Tiwana, Honorary Secretary of the High Court Bar Association. The release is expected to draw a large gathering of esteemed members from the Bar Association and distinguished officials, underscoring the significance and anticipation surrounding these publications.
These legal texts offer an in-depth and thorough commentary on “A Treatise and Commentary on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita,” “A Treatise and Commentary on the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita,” and “A Treatise and Commentary on the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam.” They are likely the first comprehensive commentaries on these new criminal laws, addressing the complexities and intricacies within the statutes. Each volume is presented in two parts, with each text comprising over 2,500 pages, reflecting the detailed analysis provided. Published by Bright Law House, New Delhi, these books are intended to be essential references for legal professionals, academics, and students, offering a deeper understanding of India’s evolving legal framework.
Dr. K.K. Khandelwal, a retired IAS officer from the Haryana Cadre (1985 Batch) and the current Chief National Commissioner of The Bharat Scouts and Guides, is a prolific author with over three dozen books on various subjects. His work spans areas such as legal reform, management, and arts and culture, covering landmark laws like the Right to Information Act and the Real Estate Regulation and Development Act. His latest contributions aim to enhance the understanding and application of new criminal laws in India, set to transform the legal landscape.
These texts offer a thorough analysis and commentary on the newly implemented Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, marking a pivotal transition in the Indian legal system from colonial-era laws to more relevant and modern governance frameworks. The books are expected to become indispensable resources for legal professionals, academics, and law enforcement agencies, helping to ensure the effective implementation of these laws.
We invite all members of the legal community to be part of this landmark event, which promises to be a significant advancement in the quest for justice and legal excellence.