It is hereby notified that, in exercise of powers conferred in Section 12 of The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 and in furtherance to the Resolution

**Report on the Notification Regarding the Prosecution Wing of the Lokpal of India** **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification from the Lokpal of India regarding the establishment of a Prosecution Wing. Based solely on the provided text, the core purpose of this notification is to formally announce the constitution of the Prosecution Wing of the Lokpal of India, as authorized by Section 12 of The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013. The key finding is that this wing was created following a resolution by the Full Bench of Lokpal of India and a formal order by the Chairperson. **2. Introduction:** The purpose of this report is to provide an informative overview of a notification published by the Lokpal of India, as found in The Gazette of India: Extraordinary, Part III, Section 4. This report is based exclusively on the information contained within the provided text. **3. Policy Overview:** This notification pertains to a new policy. * **Core Objective(s):** Based on the text, the primary objective is the establishment of a Prosecution Wing within the Lokpal of India. This wing is presumably intended to handle the prosecution of cases falling under the Lokpal's jurisdiction. **4. Background and Rationale:** This is a new policy. The text does not explicitly state the problem or issue the policy addresses. However, the establishment of a Prosecution Wing suggests a need for a dedicated body to handle the legal prosecution aspects of cases investigated by the Lokpal of India. This indicates a possible previous reliance on external prosecution resources or a need to streamline and centralize prosecution efforts. The resolutions dated 30.08.2024 and 05.06.2025 suggest a deliberative process leading to the decision to establish the wing. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This is a new policy, and therefore this section will detail the main components. The main provision is the formal constitution of the Prosecution Wing of the Lokpal of India. The notification indicates this action is taken under the authority of Section 12 of The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013. It establishes the existence of this wing as an official entity within the Lokpal structure. It is implied that the Prosecution Wing is now authorized to operate, presumably handling prosecution matters related to the Lokpal's jurisdiction. The Joint Secretary, Abhishek Bhagotia, issued the notification. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the provided text, the direct stakeholders include: * The Lokpal of India and its Chairperson. * The newly formed Prosecution Wing and its staff. * Individuals or entities that may be subject to investigation and potential prosecution by the Lokpal. * Related government agencies, particularly those involved in law enforcement and prosecution. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible agency/bodies mentioned:** The Lokpal of India and its Chairperson are the responsible bodies. The Joint Secretary issued the notification. The Prosecution Wing itself is the new entity responsible for prosecution. * **Timelines or procedures specified:** No specific timelines or procedures are provided *in this notification text*. The resolutions dated 30.08.2024 and 05.06.2025 indicate prior internal decisions leading to the formal order on 06.06.2025. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome is to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the Lokpal's prosecution efforts. Establishing a dedicated Prosecution Wing likely aims to: * Streamline the prosecution process for cases investigated by the Lokpal. * Ensure consistency and expertise in prosecution matters. * Potentially expedite the resolution of corruption-related cases. * Increase the overall impact of the Lokpal's work in combating corruption. **9. Conclusion:** The notification regarding the constitution of the Prosecution Wing of the Lokpal of India marks a significant step in the operational framework of the Lokpal. While the provided text is limited, it clearly establishes the legal basis and formal creation of this wing. This development is expected to strengthen the Lokpal's ability to prosecute cases effectively and contribute to its overall mandate of fighting corruption.

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