DGP Harish Kumar Gupta announced that the ₹253 crore APSFL headquarters in Thullur will be operational by January 2027, featuring advanced DNA and cyber forensic capabilities.

  • ₹253 crore APSFL headquarters under construction in Thullur, Amaravati.
  • Set to become India's second-largest forensic laboratory.
  • DNA profiling turnaround time reduced to just one week.
  • Inauguration of a ₹11 crore Regional FSL in Rajamahendravaram.

Director General of Police (DGP) Harish Kumar Gupta announced on Saturday that the Andhra Pradesh State Forensic Laboratory (APSFL) headquarters, currently under construction in Thullur near Amaravati, is slated for inauguration by January 2027. The massive project, costing ₹253 crore, is already 80% complete.

Speaking at a press conference in Rajamahendravaram, the DGP emphasized that the new facility would be a powerhouse of criminal investigation. It is poised to become the second-largest forensic laboratory in India, offering specialized departments for DNA profiling, toxicology, narcotic analysis, and a cutting-edge division for cyber forensics.

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Revolutionizing Investigative Speed

The state is making significant strides in reducing judicial delays by accelerating forensic results. According to DGP Gupta, DNA profiling timelines have been slashed from 13 days to just one week. For critical cases, the turnaround time has been optimized to a mere 12 hours, maintaining a 97% accuracy rate in detection.

The integration of advanced DNA and cyber tools marks a transformative era for law enforcement in Andhra Pradesh.

To combat the rising tide of digital crimes, the state will equip all seven existing forensic laboratories with cyber forensic tools, while a centralized 'Cyber War Room' will operate from the APSFL headquarters.

Regional Expansion and Recruitment

In a simultaneous development, a Regional Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) in Rajamahendravaram, built at a cost of ₹11 crore, was officially inaugurated. This facility will cater to cases from the districts of Kakinada, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema, East Godavari, and Polavaram. To ensure operational efficiency, at least 70 personnel are expected to be recruited within the next month.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that by decentralizing forensic capabilities and investing in high-speed DNA profiling, Andhra Pradesh is positioning itself as a leader in scientific policing, which is crucial for both solving cold cases and ensuring swift justice in modern criminal litigation.

Historical Background

Historically, forensic backlogs have been a major bottleneck in the Indian criminal justice system. As crimes become more sophisticated—involving complex digital footprints and biological evidence—the transition from manual-heavy processes to automated, high-speed scientific analysis has become a national necessity.

Did You Know?: The new APSFL facility will include a dedicated 'Cyber War Room' to tackle high-level digital espionage and cybercrime.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where will the new APSFL headquarters be located?
The headquarters is being constructed in Thullur, near Amaravati.

2. How many personnel will be hired for the Rajamahendravaram lab?
At least 70 personnel are slated for recruitment within a month.