Lucknow: In a major push towards modern policing, the Uttar Pradesh Police has inducted 300 specially trained “crime scene experts” to enhance scientific investigation and improve conviction rates across the state.
The initiative, backed by the government led by Yogi Adityanath, aims to integrate advanced forensic techniques into routine policing. The experts have been trained at the Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Science (UPSIFS) in Lucknow.
Officials said the third batch of 105 personnel has recently completed an intensive 42-day training programme and is ready for field deployment. These trained officers will play a critical role in identifying, preserving, and analysing crucial evidence left behind at crime scenes.
Highlighting the importance of scientific investigation, Naveen Arora noted that no matter how careful a criminal may be, some trace evidence is always left behind. The newly trained experts will ensure that such evidence is not lost due to procedural lapses and is properly documented for forensic analysis.
The programme places strong emphasis on cyber forensics and digital evidence, reflecting the evolving nature of crime. Officers have been trained in scientific sampling, digital evidence preservation, and proper handling of forensic material to maintain its integrity during investigations.
According to G.K. Goswami, the state government plans to expand this initiative by training a total of 500 crime scene experts. With three batches already completed, a fourth batch is scheduled to begin training on April 27.
Once deployed, these experts will also conduct workshops in their respective districts and police commissionerates, helping build a wider forensic ecosystem across Uttar Pradesh.
Senior officials, including Rajeev Malhotra and Hemraj Meena, supervised the training programme, which is being seen as a significant step towards “smart policing” in the state.
Police officials expressed confidence that the move will not only improve investigation quality but also ensure that criminals find it increasingly difficult to evade the law, with science now tracking every step of their actions.
