On Sunday, Union Home Affair Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation of the forensic science institute in Lucknow.
Amit Shah said, this is the first institution, which is estimated to cost ₹200 crore, would cover the way for research and modernisation of policing in the country. This institute will operate under the ministry of home affairs, is proposed to be allied to Gujarat-based National Forensic Science University.
A government statement released on Saturday said the forensic sciences institute would be headed by a senior police officer. The institute will also work to train scientists working in forensic labs and police personnel by developing professional skills for scientific investigation of cases of complex crimes.
