Archive · 13 Sep 2026
Delhi Approves Rs 151.81 Crore Forensic Lab in Sheikh Sarai
Delhi has approved a new forensic laboratory in Sheikh Sarai.
A forensic laboratory uses science to examine evidence from possible crimes.
The project will cost Rs 151.81 crore.
It will sit on a plot of about 6,300 square metres and have 18,300 square metres of built-up space.
The Public Works Department will construct the facility.
The government wants construction finished within two years.
Officials said new criminal laws have increased the need for forensic investigations.
The lab is expected to help examine evidence and prepare reports more efficiently.
It will support South, Southeast and Central Delhi, as well as the existing forensic facility in Rohini.
Delhi’s Expenditure Finance Committee approved a Rs 151.81 crore Regional Forensic Science Laboratory in Sheikh Sarai.
The facility will be built on about 6,300 square metres, with 18,300 square metres of built-up space.
The Public Works Department has been directed to complete construction within two years.
Officials said new criminal laws have significantly increased demand for forensic investigations.
The laboratory will serve South, Southeast and Central Delhi and support the existing facility in Rohini.
- Who
- The Delhi government, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Home Minister Ashish Sood, the Public Works Department and Delhi Police are involved.
- What
- Approval was given to construct a Rs 151.81 crore Regional Forensic Science Laboratory.
- When
- The approval was announced on Saturday, with construction targeted for completion within two years.
- Where
- The laboratory will be built in Sheikh Sarai in South Delhi, on a plot of approximately 6,300 square metres.
- Why
- The facility is intended to meet increased forensic demand under new criminal laws, speed evidence examination and strengthen scientific support for criminal cases.
- Project
- Regional Forensic Science Laboratory
- Location
- Sheikh Sarai, South Delhi
- Estimated cost
- Rs 151.81 crore
- Plot area
- Approximately 6,300 square metres
- Built-up area
- 18,300 square metres
- Construction agency
- Public Works Department
- Completion target
- Within two years
- Primary beneficiaries
- South, Southeast and Central Delhi districts