New era for India’s political and security landscape: Importance of transformative decisions

Under the leadership of Amit Shah, the Ministry of Home Affairs has implemented a series of historic decisions that have reshaped India's political and social landscape. These decisions have strengthened national security, promoted social justice, streamlined governance, and curbed terrorism and extremism.

From the abrogation of Article 370 to the passage of the Citizenship Amendment Act, the Home Ministry has addressed long-standing issues and laid the foundations for a more united and secure nation. These and other important decisions of the last decade have had a profound impact on India's development.

The Ministry has given top priority to enhancing national security through several landmark initiatives. Implementation of a multi-layered security network along India's borders, including the use of modern surveillance technologies such as drones and thermal imaging cameras as part of the integrated security network, has been crucial.

Successful operations against terrorist organizations, resulting in the neutralization of notorious terrorists and the dismantling of terror networks, are significant achievements in the fight against terrorism. In addition, the Ministry has focused on transforming the intelligence system by strengthening the intelligence gathering and sharing mechanisms among various security agencies for proactive threat mitigation.

As Indian Home Minister and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah stressed, the Union government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pursued a robust strategy to curb terrorism.

National security and counterterrorism

• Implementation of a multi-layered security network along India's borders using advanced surveillance technologies.
• Successful operations against terrorist organizations led to the neutralization of notorious terrorists and the dismantling of terrorist networks.
• Strengthened mechanisms for gathering and sharing information between security authorities.
• law and order
• Modernized police infrastructure with modern weapons, communication systems and training programs.
• Introducing community policing programs to promote better police-public relations.
• Combatted left-wing extremism through intensified anti-Naxalite operations and socio-economic development programs.

Criminal justice system

• Introduce reforms to ensure a more efficient and fairer criminal justice system.
• Establishment of fast-track courts for crimes against women and children.
• Three new penal laws have been enacted to replace the old Indian Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure and the Indian Evidence Act.

Disaster management and cybersecurity

• Improved disaster management capabilities through expanded and modernized NDRF units.
• Implementation of comprehensive disaster preparedness and mitigation strategies.
• The Indian Cyber ​​​​Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) was established to combat cyber threats.

Administrative efficiency and border management

• Introduction of e-governance measures to streamline administrative processes and improve transparency.
• Introduction of online services to facilitate access to government services.
• Securing India's borders through road construction, fencing and socio-economic development initiatives.

The repeal of Article 370, 35A weakened the forces that challenged internal security

The abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A has brought about significant changes in Jammu and Kashmir. Today, there are over 30,000 local representatives and over 100 laws governing the region. This has weakened the forces that challenge internal security.

Zero tolerance policy towards terrorism

• The Union government has adopted a zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism.
• Counter-terrorism strategies have been strengthened.
• The success achieved in Jammu and Kashmir, the Northeast and Central India is due to the “Whole of the Government Approach”.
• Cooperation and coordination between security authorities, strong legal framework, technology-based database and knowledge sharing.

Bill amending the Prevention of Illegal Activities

• Authorizes the NIA to seize property acquired through terrorism
• Optimizes the process and eliminates delays.
• The NIA’s conviction rate is 91 percent.
• The amendment empowers officers of the rank of inspector and above to investigate cases under UAPA.
• Persons who are involved in terrorist activities can be classified as terrorists.
• The passage of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Amendment Act marks an important milestone in India's fight against terrorism and underscores the Union Government's commitment to safeguarding national security and protecting the rights of citizens.

These achievements demonstrate the Ministry of Home Affairs’ commitment to a united, secure and prosperous India.