Synopsis
Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the critical role of forensic science in modern law enforcement at the All India Forensic Science Summit 2025, highlighting its necessity for timely justice and high conviction rates.Key Takeaways
- Forensic science is vital for modern justice.
- Integration of technology in criminal investigations.
- Mandatory forensic investigations for severe crimes.
- New laws introduced to strengthen justice system.
- Focus on indigenous technology development in policing.
New Delhi, April 14 (NationPress) Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated on Monday that contemporary crimes now cross city, state, and even national lines, thereby enhancing the significance of forensic science in ensuring swift justice and convicting offenders.
During the All India Forensic Science Summit 2025, hosted by the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), HM Shah emphasized that the integration of forensic science into the criminal justice system is vital for establishing a fair system where neither the accused nor the complainant faces injustice.
He pointed out the reforms introduced in the criminal justice framework under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, noting that technology has been incorporated at every phase—from the crime scene to investigation and through to the trial.
According to him, forensic investigations are now mandatory for all offenses punishable by more than seven years, and he expressed confidence that these reforms will enable India to achieve the highest conviction rate globally within the next decade.
The conference, themed 'The Role of Forensic Science in the Effective Implementation of New Criminal Laws and Combating Terrorism,' provided a platform for experts to exchange ideas on the advancement and application of indigenous technologies and the development of toolkits for police forces.
HM Shah recounted that the foundation of the Gujarat Forensic Sciences University was laid in 2009 when PM Modi served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat and managed the Home portfolio.
He remarked that this small initiative has now evolved into a significant entity in the form of the National Forensic Sciences University—the first of its kind worldwide—which was established in 2020.
The event was attended by Justice V. Ramasubramanian, Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Attorney General R. Venkataramani, Rajya Sabha MP and Chairman of the Bar Council of India Manan Kumar Mishra, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, and Vice Chancellor, NFSU Dr. J. M. Vyas.
HM Shah added that to fortify the criminal justice framework, the Government has introduced three new criminal laws: the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA).
“Under PM Modi's leadership, we are dedicated to making the justice system more people-centric and scientific,” he concluded.
