With an aim to give importance to Forensic Science, the Centre has finally approved the much-awaited National Forensic University Bill at both the houses, thereby uplifting Gujarat Forensic Science University, from State University to National University, which will cater to students from not only India but Globally.

The National Forensic Science University Bill 2020 establishes National Forensic Science University as an institute of national importance in lines with DRDO, BARC and ISRO. The proposed university would facilitate and promote studies and research and help achieve excellence in the field of forensic science along with applied behavioural science studies, law, criminology and other allied areas, explained Professor Amol Deshmukh, Head of the Department, Institute of Forensic Science, Mumbai, who is also technical advisor to government of Maharashtra.