“From Crime Scene to Courtroom”: RNTU Organises Expert Session on Forensic Evidence and Criminal Justice; Students Gain Insights into Practical Aspects of New Criminal Laws

Bhopal, October 30, 2026| The Institute of Law at Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU) organised an expert session titled “From Crime Scene to Courtroom: Forensic Evidence, Criminal Investigation and Prosecution under BNS, BNSS and BSA, 2023” at the university’s Sharda Auditorium. The session featured three eminent speakers: Mr Abhishek Bundela, DPO, Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Bhopal; Mr Ashish Dubey, Special Public Prosecutor, MP MLA Court; and Dr D. S. Badkur, former Director, Medico-Legal Institute, Bhopal.

The session aimed to familiarise students with the practical aspects of forensic evidence, criminal investigation, prosecution and the implementation of India’s three new criminal laws. It emphasised the importance of scientific investigation and evidentiary procedures in ensuring the effective administration of criminal justice. Drawing on their professional experience, the speakers highlighted various practical dimensions of the role of evidence in judicial proceedings.

Students participated enthusiastically in the session and gained valuable insights into the practical aspects of criminal laws and the criminal justice system. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the university administration, distinguished speakers, faculty members, students and support staff for their valuable contributions to the successful conduct of the event.

Vice-Chancellor of the university, Dr Ravi Prakash Dubey , said that scientific investigation and forensic evidence are assuming increasing significance in the contemporary criminal justice system. Such expert sessions provide students with an opportunity to develop practical understanding alongside their theoretical knowledge. The university remains committed to familiarising students with the evolving legal framework and its practical challenges.

Registrar Dr Sangeeta Johri said that legal education is not limited to the study of laws; an understanding of judicial procedures and their practical dimensions is equally essential. She added that the session, organised in the context of the new criminal laws — BNS, BNSS and BSA — would help students gain a better understanding of the contemporary legal framework.

The programme was organised under the guidance of Prof. Dr Nilesh Sharma, Dean, Institute of Law, and Dr Naish Zamir, Department of Law. Assistant Professor Dr Madhavi Patkar and Assistant Professor Divyansh Bhargava served as the coordinators and co-coordinator, respectively. Their coordination and collective efforts contributed to the successful organisation of the session.