Andhra Pradesh Government Appoints Dr. K.P.C. Gandhi as Forensic Advisor with Cabinet Rank

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has appointed Dr. K.P.C. Gandhi, a distinguished Forensic Scientist and former Director of the Andhra Pradesh Forensic Science Laboratory, as the Honorary Advisor (Forensic Sciences) to the Government of Andhra Pradesh. This appointment, effective from the date Dr. Gandhi assumes charge, is for an initial period of two years or until the necessity of the post ceases, whichever is earlier. Dr. Gandhi will hold the Cabinet Rank.

Key Responsibilities of the Honorary Advisor:
Dr. Gandhi's role will be pivotal in shaping the future of forensic science practices within the state. His responsibilities include:

Policy Advice: Advising on existing forensic science policies to align with global best practices, with a focus on enhancing forensic infrastructure, human resources, and funding mechanisms.

Legal Framework Improvements: Recommending enhancements to legal frameworks concerning forensic evidence collection, handling, and admissibility in court.

Modernization of Laboratories: Guiding the establishment and modernization of forensic laboratories by integrating state-of-the-art technology.

Technology Integration: Supporting the adoption of advanced technologies such as AI, biometrics, DNA sequencing, and digital forensics to improve crime investigation capabilities.

Training Programs: Strengthening training programs aimed at forensic experts, law enforcement personnel, and the judiciary to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Academic Collaboration: Collaborating with universities and research institutions to promote and enhance forensic science education and research.

Standardization of Forensic Audits: Advising on standardizing procedures for conducting forensic audits in the corporate and financial sectors.

Global Collaboration: Facilitating technology transfer and fostering collaborations with global forensic research institutions to stay at the forefront of advancements.

Database Integration: Assisting in the integration of forensic databases to improve criminal profiling and suspect identification processes.

Advisory Reporting: Providing comprehensive advisory reports offering insights into forensic case backlogs, enhancing evidence handling efficiency, and ensuring lab accreditation.

The Home Department has been directed to take further necessary action to implement this order.

Dr. K.P.C. Gandhi is a highly regarded expert in forensic science and the founder of Truth Labs, India’s first independent forensic laboratory. With extensive expertise in computer forensics, he has played a pivotal role in numerous high-profile cases across the country.