The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 marks a historic shift in India’s legislative landscape, moving from a culture of suspicion to one of trust. Passed by the Lok Sabha in April 2026, this “2.0” version of the reform seeks to further decriminalize minor offences to foster a more business-friendly environment.
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Key Provisions and Scope
The 2026 Bill is remarkably comprehensive, proposing amendments to 79 Central Acts administered by 23 different Ministries. It covers a staggering 784 provisions, with 717 specifically targeted for decriminalization. By replacing imprisonment with civil penalties, the government aims to ensure that “justice replaces punishment” for procedural lapses.
Core Objectives
Ease of Doing Business: By removing the “fear of the 4 C’s” (CBI, CVC, CAG, and Courts) for technical errors, the Bill encourages entrepreneurship and reduces the compliance burden on MSMEs.
Ease of Living: Approximately 67 provisions focus on daily citizen interactions. For instance, the Motor Vehicles Act now provides a 30-day grace period for expired licenses, and the NDMC Act simplifies property tax through a uniform Unit Area Method.
Judicial Decongestion: Shifting minor violations to administrative adjudicating officers will significantly reduce the backlog of cases in the Indian judiciary.
Innovative Mechanisms
The Bill introduces graded enforcement, where first-time offenders may receive a warning or an “improvement notice” rather than an immediate fine. To keep pace with the economy, it also mandates a 10% increase in minimum fines every three years. Significant sectors impacted include Health (Drugs and Cosmetics Act), Agriculture, and Environment.
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