Haryana Unveils Forensic Roadmap for 2026, Targets 30-Day Deadline for All Reports

As a major breakthrough in the implementation of scientific policing and fast track justice, Haryana Police on Thursday unveiled a forensic roadmap that lays down a 30 day target for the delivery of forensic reports by 2026.

Haryana Director, General of Police (DGP) Ajay Singhal unveiled the plans, stating that the road map is based on what officials have publicly referred to as the largest, ever expansion of forensic infrastructure and manpower in the state, which was undertaken in 2025, 26.

To justify the approval of such a challenging target, Haryana Police has proposed the addition of 64 forensic posts and acquisition of advanced forensic equipment worth Rs 86.38 crore for the State Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL), Regional Forensic Science Laboratories (RFSLs), and district forensic units, as has been informed by a police spokesperson.

They will add new DNA divisions in Hisar and Panchkula and expedite the infrastructure works at RFSL Bhondsi and RFSL Hisar, which have been approved for Rs 32.58 crore.

These developments will notably enhance the forensic processing capacity of the state. Official figures reveal that Haryana made significant strides in reducing forensic turnaround times especially in NDPS cases. Reports are now issued within a month and for commercial, quantity cases, within 15 days. The department has achieved an overall increase in case disposal by 28. 6 per cent, while the number of pending cases has gone down by almost 12 per cent, even though more cases have been coming in.

Pointing out how science is gradually becoming an indispensable tool for crime solving, DGP Singhal remarked that scientific proof would progressively become the pillar of law enforcement. “The focus is not only on faster reporting but on ensuring that forensic reports are accurate, legally sound, and capable of strengthening prosecution,” he said.

Singhal added that Haryana has undertaken its largest manpower augmentation in forensic services. Of 243 newly sanctioned posts, 97 appointments have already been completed, while recruitment for 323 additional positions is currently underway. Enhanced staffing, he noted, has improved accuracy, reliability, and reporting speed.

Further strengthening field capabilities, DNA facilities at FSL Madhuban have been upgraded, a new DNA division has been established at RFSL Gurugram, and ballistics and document examination laboratories in Hisar have decentralised access to specialised forensic services. Under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Haryana has also ensured 100 per cent forensic expert presence at crime scenes.

Besides that, the state government has established 17 mobile forensic units and 10 district forensic laboratories. Digitisation via the Trakea Portal has made case tracking and reporting more efficient, hence giving Haryana a leading position in forensic development.