Fadnavis to lay foundation for hi-tech RFSL building today
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Nagpur: Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis will lay the foundation for a new Rs128 crore state-of-the-art Regional Forensic Science Laboratory (RFSL) to be built over two acre at Rahate Colony on Sunday.
A dedicated floor will focus exclusively on analysing cases related to atrocities against women. The current facility houses 10 specialised units for analysing rape and Pocso cases and a proposal to enhance the lab's capacity has already been submitted to the govt.
The project faced nearly seven years of delay. Envisioned in 2018 by Dr Vijay Thakare, director of state forensic science department, the modern RFSL will become fully operational by 2027.
The Maharashtra State Police Housing and Welfare Corporation is overseeing the construction, with supervision from Thakare and Sanjay Kumar Verma, director general of police (legal and technical). Their expertise ensures the project aligns with the state's vision for advanced forensic capabilities, said a source. The new facility will have dedicated floors for specialised units, including anti-corruption cases focusing on tape authentication and speaker identification (TASI).
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Another floor will be devoted to cybercrime investigation, equipped with an advanced cyber lab to tackle the growing challenge of digital offences.
The new RFSL will have cutting-edge features such as bio-cladding for hygienic walls, anti-static flooring to prevent equipment interference, and an anti-humidifier unit to maintain fresh, odour-free air. Powered by solar panels, the facility emphasises sustainability and reduce carbon footprint.
The RFSL complex will also include two residential units, accommodating 45 families of forensic experts and staff. This provision ensures round-the-clock access, enabling seamless operation and faster case processing.
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