Haryana Chief Minister Shri Nayab Singh Saini reviewed the implementation of the provisions of the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, and the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955, during a meeting of the State-Level Vigilance and Monitoring Committee in Chandigarh today.

He directed police and administrative officials to ensure swift justice for citizens belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) in Haryana.

The Chief Minister emphasised that a charge sheet must be filed in court within the stipulated 60-day period for every case involving SC/ST individuals. He stated that any negligence, laxity, or dereliction of duty at any level in the process of securing justice for victims would not be tolerated. To further accelerate the disposal of SC/ST-related cases, the Chief Minister directed the establishment of special courts in Hisar, Faridabad, Palwal, Rohtak, and Bhiwani.

Director General of Police Ajay Singhal informed the Chief Minister that there has been a reduction of approximately 28 percent in cases related to SC/ST communities in the state. He noted that the process of filing charge sheets within 60 days is being effectively implemented, and efforts are underway to achieve a 100 percent success rate in this regard. He further mentioned that action has been taken against 10 police personnel for negligence in ensuring justice for victims. Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment Krishan Kumar Bedi was also present at the meeting.