Haryana FSL Undergoes Silent Transformation

The once quiet corridors of Haryana's State Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) and its regional units are of late abuzz with activity, driven by expansion, modernization and technical upgrade.

- Pawan Sharma

CHANDIGARH:

According to top state police officers involved in enhancing its efficiency, the FSL's role is vital in implementing the three new criminal laws as the fate of cases depends on forensic evidence. Over the past 21 months, the laboratory has seen promising improvements in manpower augmentation and equipment strengthening.

For instance, the Haryana FSL's workforce before August 16, 2023, was a modest 351 posts with only 167 officials posted actively. Today, the number of sanctioned posts has leapt to 599—a 70.7% increase—while the number of officials posted has gone up by 104.8% to 342.