Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Haryana launched a witness protection scheme aimed at ensuring the safety of witnesses involved in cases with severe punishments such as death, life imprisonment, or sentences of seven years and above. The scheme categorizes witnesses into three threat levels and provides various protection measures, including identity change, relocation, and in-camera trials. To oversee the implementation, a district-level Witness Protection Cell, led by police officials, has been established. This initiative underscores Haryana's commitment to protecting witnesses and ensuring fair justice.