Hyderabad: Molecular biology tools have enhanced the capability of forensic scientists to characterize biological evidence to the point where it is feasible to analyze minute samples and achieve high levels of individualization. Characterization, or “typing,” of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) for purposes of a criminal investigation can be thought of as an extension of the forensic typing of blood that has been common for more than 50 years; it is actually an extension from the typing of proteins that are coded for by DNA to the typing of DNA itself.
On October 23rd, 2021, the foundation stone for the construction of the building of DNA and Molecular Biology Laboratory at Shanthi Nagar, Hyderabad was laid by Chief Guest Sri Mohammed Mahmood Ali, Hon’ble Minister for Home, Prisons, and Fire Services, Telangana State in the presence of Mr. M.S. Prabhakar Rao, Hon`ble Member of Legislative Council, Hyderabad, Govt. WHIP, Telangana State., Mr. JafferHussain Meraj, Hon’ble Member of Legislative Assembly, Nampally Assembly Constituency., Mr. Anjani Kumar, IPS, Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad City., Mrs. AbhilashaBisht, IPS, Director, FSL, Telangana State., Mrs. Shikha Goel, IPS, Addl. Commissioner of Police, Crimes, and SIT, Hyderabad City., Mr. D.S. Chauhan, IPS, Addl. Commissioner of Police, Law & Order, Hyderabad City. Sri T. Vijay Kumar, Chief Engineer, TS Police Housing Corporation, Hyderabad.
Addressing the media, the Hon’ble Home Minister said the Hon’ble Chief Minister has been giving top priority to the Police Department. HM said this facility under the Safe City Project of MHA helps in examining all types of Forensic Evidence and to solve the crime cases at the earliest and help Investigation officers. He commended that the Police Department is being friendly with the peace-loving citizens and being vigilant all the time towards the criminals. He appreciated Telangana Police for keeping the state safe.
Speaking to the media CP, Hyderabad Mrs. Anjani Kumar, IPS said this facility will aid the Police Department to curb the criminals and also help in detecting the cases at earlier stages.
Mrs. Shikha Goel, Additional CP, Crimes and SIT informed that this facility is being created under the “Safe City Project”. Rs.17.48 crore have been earmarked for this laboratory for construction of a Ground plus 3-floor building with 14,000 square feet space equipping it with the most modern Gadgetry for DNA and Molecular biology analysis and manning it with experts. With this facility, the time taken for analysis of crucial evidence will further reduce aiding in the speedy investigation.
Mrs. Abhilasha Bisth, Director FSL thanked the Telangana Government for its continuous support in upgrading the FSL including the recent sanction of new posts by the government. She appreciated the FSL staff for the yeoman services being founded by them to the investigating officers.
Mr. Kalmeshwar Shingenavar, IPS, Dy. Commissioner of Police, North Zone, Hyderabad City has offered the vote of thanks to the Dignitaries and gathering at the ceremony.
Our Citizen Reporter
B. Bharath Reddy
Telangana
