UP Government’s ‘ Operation Conviction’ Leads To 97,000 Criminal Convictions

ADG prosecution Deepesh Juneja said, "Launched on July 1, 2023, Operation Conviction has proven to be a game-changer, leading to the conviction of 97,158 criminals between July 2023 and mid-June." He added that Juneja said of the 1,14,029 identified cases, 74,388 cases were disposed of.

The ADG stated that since July 1, 2024, the hearing of 25,000 cases across the state was supported by effective use of digital documentation and witness statements via video conferencing. This digital integration was done to strengthen the state’s goal to fast-track pending cases. 

Juneja comments on the digitalisation, claiming “This has significantly reduced the need for police and government witnesses to appear repeatedly in court, resulting in an estimated cost saving of Rs 25 crore for the state exchequer.” 

Some of the convictions made include the death penalty for four criminals, life imprisonment for 10, imprisonment of less than 20 years for 425 offenders, and over 20 years’ imprisonment for 19 individuals

The thorough quality of these cases was not lost in fast-tracking them, assures the ADG. In these cases, the prosecution effectively presented evidence and witness testimonies, making full use of the provisions of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) to strengthen and expedite the judicial process. The authorities concerned also ensured witness protection, systematic evidence collection, and timely presence in court—all essential elements for a fair and time-bound trial.