Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai (MNLUM) has established a Forensic Training Laboratory on the occasion of Republic Day, 26th January 2026, in the presence of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Dilip Ukey.
The initiative is in consonance with the vision and mission of MNLUM, which emphasises interdisciplinary learning, socially relevant research, and capacity-building for effective justice delivery. The event was also attended by Dr. Prakash Chaudhary, Registrar, MNLU Mumbai, and Dr. Pratapsinh Salunke, Associate Dean and Officer on Special Duty to the Vice-Chancellor.
The establishment of the laboratory aligns with the broader objectives of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, particularly in strengthening scientific investigation, modernising evidence-gathering mechanisms, and enhancing professional competence within the criminal justice system, especially in the backdrop of the recently enacted criminal laws.
The Forensic Training Laboratory is envisaged as a dedicated training and research facility providing practical exposure in areas such as crime scene management, fingerprint analysis, and allied forensic disciplines, thereby integrating theoretical legal education with applied forensic practice. The University also proposes to engage industry experts from various domains to conduct specialised training programmes on campus.
The Centre for Research in Criminal Justice at MNLU Mumbai currently offers a Postgraduate Diploma in Crime Investigation, Medical Jurisprudence and Forensic Science, with five successful batches completed. In addition, the University offers Forensic Justice as an elective across its academic programmes.
In furtherance of MNLUM's commitment to excellence in legal education and nation-building, the laboratory will support training programmes, workshops, and collaborative initiatives with law enforcement agencies, forensic professionals, and academic institutions.