Devendra Fadnavis unveils AI plan to improve court outcomes

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Maharashtra's conviction rate stands at around 50 per cent, far below the 95 per cent target, prompting the state to turn to technology to bridge the gap. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said Artificial intelligence (AI) will be used to analyse why cases fail in court and identify ways to improve convictions. He was speaking after a police conference at the state DGP office in Mumbai on Monday.

Rise, then slowdown

The state's conviction rate has seen a significant shift over the years
2013: 13.3%
2020 peak: ~58%
Now: ~50%
After taking charge in 2014 and also handling the home department, CM Fadnavis introduced measures that steadily improved convictions. However, the upward trend has since slowed and dipped.

Recognition for C-60

Personnel who have completed three years with the C-60 unit will be awarded a special medal for their role in combating the Naxal movement. The force was set up specifically to tackle Naxal activity in the state.

Focus areas

Forensics
Pendency has reduced, but the state is pushing for faster, real-time forensic support to strengthen cases.

Road safety
Accidents have declined, with Nagpur reporting a nearly 30 per cent drop, while Mumbai and Pune also showed improvement. The state now aims to bring numbers down further.

Cybercrime and drugs
The government is planning to step up action against cybercrime. A "drug-free campus" initiative is also in the works. CM Devendra Fadnavis said Director General of Police Sadanand Date has been tasked with preparing a detailed strategy to tackle drug-related issues.