Archive · 3 Sep 2026
Maharashtra Starts DNA Profiling After Nepal Disaster Deaths
Some Indian citizens died in a disaster in Nepal.
Officials are using DNA testing to find out who the deceased people are.
DNA samples will be collected from their relatives.
Relatives from Maharashtra should visit a designated centre on September 3, 2026.
The centres will be open from 10 a.m.
to 6 p.m.
At least two close relatives must come in person.
They should bring three photographs and Aadhaar or PAN identification.
The testing will help officials give families accurate information.
Maharashtra has begun DNA profiling to identify Indian citizens who died in the Nepal disaster.
Relatives must provide DNA samples on September 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
At least two close relatives, such as parents or children, must be physically present.
Relatives must bring three passport-size photographs and Aadhaar or PAN identification.
Sample collection will take place at forensic laboratories in Mumbai, Pune and Nashik.
- Who
- The Maharashtra State Disaster Management Department and relatives of Indian citizens who died in the Nepal disaster.
- What
- DNA profiling is being conducted to establish the identities of the deceased.
- When
- September 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Where
- Designated forensic science laboratories in Mumbai, Pune and Nashik, Maharashtra.
- Why
- To identify the deceased and provide accurate information to their families.
- DNA collection date
- September 3, 2026
- Collection hours
- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Required relatives
- At least two close relatives must attend in person.
- Accepted identity proof
- Aadhaar Card or PAN Card
- Photographs required
- Three passport-size photographs
- Mumbai centre
- Directorate of Forensic Science Laboratories, Hans Bhugra Marg, Kalina, Santacruz East
- Other centres
- Regional Forensic Science Laboratories in Ganeshkhind, Pune, and opposite Vidyut Nagar on Dindori Road, Nashik