Telangana Director General of Police CV Anand distributed appointment orders to 57 newly recruited personnel of the Telangana Forensic Science Laboratory at the FSL headquarters today. The DGP emphasized that forensic science forms the backbone of successful prosecution and that without strong scientific evidence, even meticulously investigated cases can fail in court. He urged the new recruits to upgrade their capabilities in line with the new criminal laws, which place greater emphasis on scientific and technology driven investigation.
Addressing the recruits, DGP Anand stressed that forensic reports play a decisive role during trial proceedings. He explained that unless evidence is properly collected, analyzed and presented in court, offenders may escape punishment despite thorough police work. The DGP advised the new personnel to develop a strong understanding of court procedures, evidence handling and documentation while upholding the highest standards of accuracy and scientific integrity. He highlighted that forensic reports form the backbone of charge sheets in criminal cases.
The recruitment comes at a critical time when narcotics, cybercrime and financial fraud cases are rising rapidly across the state. Until now, the FSL functioned with just 38 personnel, which led to significant delays in report submission. Among the 57 new recruits, 36 hold Ph.D degrees and 15 hold M.Tech degrees, bringing substantial academic strength to boost the laboratory’s scientific capacity and help reduce pendency in forensic report processing.
The DGP assured continued support in providing modern equipment and infrastructure to the forensic science laboratory. He called upon the new officers to work with dedication and scientific temperament to strengthen the criminal justice system. Director Shikha Goel informed that the recruits will undergo a five month training programme to prepare them for their roles. She also shared that the FSL currently maintains a case disposal rate of around 80 percent.
The Telangana FSL has been working to improve its efficiency in handling critical cases. According to Director Goel, the laboratory issues POCSO reports within two months, ensuring timely justice in sensitive cases involving crimes against children. The addition of highly qualified personnel is expected to significantly enhance the laboratory’s capacity to handle the increasing workload and meet the demands of modern criminal investigation.
