In a strong call for collaboration between law enforcement and academia, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Ji urged the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to take the lead in building state-of-the-art cyber forensic laboratories. He emphasized the importance of working closely with researchers, scientists, and academic institutions to stay ahead of the curve in tackling modern digital crimes.
Speaking at the 21st D.P. Kohli Memorial Lecture on the occasion of CBI’s 62nd Foundation Day, held at Bharat Mandapam, Vaishnaw praised the CBI’s long-standing commitment to delivering justice through professional investigations. He also shared his vision for the future — one where technology and law go hand in hand.
“Our researchers and scientists have so much untapped potential. It’s time we bring them into the fold to co-create smart, effective solutions for today’s challenges. Law alone won’t be enough anymore — we need a solid techno-legal approach,” he said.
In a world rapidly evolving due to AI, deepfakes, and sophisticated cybercrime, Vaishnaw highlighted the urgent need for investigative agencies to upgrade their capabilities. He stressed that combining legal expertise with technological innovation is key to ensuring timely and effective justice.
Looking back at India’s progress in the last decade, the Minister outlined four strong pillars of national growth:
- Robust investment in physical, digital, and social infrastructure
- Inclusive programs that empower all sections of society
- A push toward manufacturing and innovation
- Simplification of legal and compliance systems
His message was clear — to fight the crimes of tomorrow, we must rethink how we work today. And that begins with collaboration, innovation, and a shared mission to uphold justice in the digital age.
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