Article 370 abrogation, CAA are examples of constitutional integration, humane law: PM Modi
Jodhpur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday described the abrogation of Article 370 and the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) as significant examples of constitutional integration and humane legislation. Speaking at the concluding ceremony of the Rajasthan High Court’s platinum jubilee celebrations in Jodhpur, Modi stressed on the importance of these actions in reinforcing national unity and justice.
"The abrogation of Article 370 is a clear example of constitutional integration, while the CAA represents a humane approach to law," Modi stated. He also siad that such measures reflect a commitment to national interest and are supported by judicial principles across all levels of the Indian judiciary.
PM Modi also spoke on the need for simplifying the justice delivery system in India. He criticised the complexities introduced by procedures and highlighted recent reforms, including the repeal of colonial-era laws and the introduction of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The BNS replaces the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and is designed to promote justice over mere punishment, PM Mod saidi.
The Prime Minister further noted advancements in judicial modernisation, with over 18,000 courts across India now computerized, and more than 3,000 court complexes and 1,200 jails equipped with video conferencing facilities.
Additionally, Modi reiterated his support for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), a position he recently articulated on August 15 from the Red Fort.
The Prime Minister’s remarks were delivered during a ceremony marking the Rajasthan High Court’s 75 years of service, where he outlined the government's efforts to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of justice in India.
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Maharashtra sets up state vaccination task force to strengthen immunisation programme
Mumbai (PTI): The Maharashtra government has set up a State Vaccination Task Force to strengthen the regular immunisation programme and review the progress of related campaigns, a health department official said on Monday.
The State Vaccination Task Force will comprise at least 29 members and will be headed by the administrative head of the health department, he informed.
The government has also constituted separate district-level and municipal vaccination task forces to improve implementation and address challenges at the grassroots level, he said.
Municipal task forces, chaired by respective civic commissioners, have been constituted in view of the vast urban population in Maharashtra and the role of civic bodies in implementing different health programmes.
The district-level task forces will function under the chairmanship of collectors.
"Complete immunisation of children at the appropriate age is an extremely simple, cost-effective and highly effective measure to reduce child mortality and the prevalence of diseases among kids. Immunisation is a powerful tool for reducing illness in children," maintained the official.
To ensure full vaccination of all children, the state government implements various campaigns from time to time as per the central government guidelines, he pointed out.
"Active participation and cooperation of other relevant government departments are essential (in making these campaigns successful)," according to the official.
The state-level body will review the regular immunisation programme, associated campaigns and vaccine-preventable diseases in detail. It will also conduct focused assessments of high-risk districts and municipal corporations, including vacancies at district, municipal and sub-district levels, availability of cold chain equipment, resource gaps and training requirements, he noted.
The state task force will review allocation and utilisation of funds for immunisation and ensure timely action by officers concerned based on reports from district and municipal task forces and state-level monitoring mechanisms, the official said.
It will also ensure active coordination and participation of other government departments in immunisation drives, while district and municipal task forces will carry out similar functions at their respective levels, the official added.
