Rashtriya Raksha University, Puducherry campus organized an academic field visit to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL), Kirumampakkam, for First Year B.A./B.Sc. Criminology and Police Science students on 7th and 8th May 2026. The field visit was conducted in two batches to ensure effective interaction and hands-on learning opportunities for students.
The visit aimed to provide practical exposure to forensic laboratory procedures, familiarize students with various forensic divisions, and help them understand the role of forensic science in criminal investigations. The programme was coordinated under the guidance of Ms. Shilpa Aravindan KB, Teaching-cum-Research Officer (Forensic Science), and Mr. Karthikeyan, Faculty Coordinator.
During the visit, students explored multiple divisions of the laboratory, including Toxicology, Chemistry, Serology, DNA Analysis, Narcotics and Explosives, Questioned Documents, and Digital Forensics. The experts from each division demonstrated advanced forensic techniques and explained the scientific methods used in evidence examination, preservation, and reporting.
One of the major highlights of the visit was the exposure to the Toxicology Division, where students observed preserved viscera samples and learned about poison extraction procedures. They also gained knowledge regarding Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) techniques and the functioning of advanced instruments such as Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS). In the DNA Division, students learned about DNA extraction, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Real-Time PCR (RT-PCR), and Short Tandem Repeat (STR) analysis. The experts explained how DNA profiling plays a crucial role in criminal identification and forensic investigations.
The Questioned Documents Division introduced students to the Video Spectral Comparator (VSC) instrument used for forgery detection, document examination, and ink analysis. Additionally, the Digital Forensics Division demonstrated various forensic software and digital tools used in cybercrime investigation, data recovery, digital imaging, and evidence preservation.
The field visit provided students with valuable practical exposure and helped bridge the gap between theoretical classroom learning and real-world forensic applications. Students actively interacted with forensic experts and gained deeper insight into career opportunities, emerging technologies, and advancements in forensic science.
The visit proved to be highly informative, interactive, and academically enriching for the students. It significantly enhanced their understanding of scientific investigation techniques and strengthened their interest in forensic science and criminal investigation.
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