Uttar Pradesh Confirms 13 Cyber Forensic Labs, Districtwide Vans as Forensics Becomes Mandatory in Policing
Officials say the buildout will speed investigations by tightening police–forensic coordination.
Overview
- State officials reported 13 cyber forensic labs are now established, supported by mobile forensic vans deployed across all 75 districts.
- Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed that forensic science be compulsory in law enforcement.
- A Noida cybercrime workshop drew more than 250 participants, including police, forensic experts, entrepreneurs, bankers and resident groups.
- Experts at the session pointed to the DPDP Act framework and cautioned that penalties for large-scale data theft could reach up to ₹250 crore in the coming years.
- Dr. G.K. Goswami urged careful handling of personal data, noting that data audits may become routine and digital insurance could gain widespread uptake.