LUCKNOW, Jan. 15 -- Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) officials said plans were afoot to set up laboratories dedicated to forensic sciences that would also assist police in solving crimes.

AKTU vice chancellor Prof. JP Pandey said a delegation from the university recently visited the National Forensic Sciences University. "We are planning to establish five laboratories-forensic analytical, behavioural forensic crime scene investigation, digital forensics, investigative forensic psychology and cyber security. These laboratories will be equipped with high-tech machinery, allowing our students to work efficiently and develop their skills through timely training," said Pandey.

He added that 4 lakh students were enrolled in coll...