Archive · 27 Dec 2025
Maharashtra Introduces AI-Based Digital Autopsies in Hospitals
The Maharashtra government is starting a new project to use AI and special machines like CT scans and MRI to do autopsies without cutting open bodies.
This will happen first at KEM and JJ Hospitals in Mumbai.
The new method is less invasive and can help doctors find out how someone died more accurately.
It will also help with criminal investigations and make it easier for families who are grieving.
The hospitals are getting ready for this change, and if it works well, the government might bring it to other hospitals too.
Doctors and students will also learn and do research using this new technology.
Maharashtra government to introduce AI-based digital autopsy facilities at KEM and JJ Hospitals in Mumbai.
Digital autopsy uses CT scans, MRI, and high-resolution imaging to examine internal organs without traditional incisions.
The new system aims to enhance the accuracy of postmortem findings and support criminal investigations.
KEM Hospital's Forensic Medicine Department has submitted a proposal, with approval and tender processes to follow.
JJ Hospital is upgrading its forensic department infrastructure to accommodate the new technology.
- Who
- Maharashtra government, KEM and JJ Hospitals
- What
- Introduction of AI-based digital autopsy facilities
- When
- Implementation to begin in a phased manner, with proposal submission next week
- Where
- KEM Hospital and JJ Hospital in Mumbai, with potential expansion to other public hospitals
- Why
- To modernize forensic medicine, enhance accuracy of postmortem findings, and reduce emotional impact on families
- Hospitals
- KEM Hospital, JJ Hospital
- Technology Used
- CT scans, MRI, high-resolution imaging
- Benefits
- Non-invasive, accurate, supports criminal investigations
- Implementation Phase
- Pilot project, potential state-wide expansion
- Additional Uses
- Training for medical students, research