CM Yogi has made a big announcement in Uttar Pradesh. Let us tell you, in order to curb cyber crime in Uttar Pradesh and to strengthen the investigation of criminal cases with proper evidence, now the Yogi government has emphasized on making the police system more modern and advanced. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has clearly said that cyber police stations have been established in all 75 districts of the state. This initiative has been taken to deal with cyber crime. Let us tell you that according to the information, work is also being done towards setting up forensic labs in every division. This step has been taken to deal with crime. CM Yogi said these things during Techsangam 2026 organized at the Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Science in Lucknow. CM Yogi discussed modern technology at TechSangam 2026
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated at TechSangam 2026 that areas such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), cyber forensics, quantum technology, and data security should now be used for public good and citizen safety, and that initiatives are being taken to further advance technology. At TechSangam 2026, these interactions took place between scientists, technology experts, policymakers, legal experts, and industry representatives, and everyone shared their views. The event featured detailed discussions on topics such as the reliability of digital evidence, cybersecurity, and the responsible use of new technologies, following which CM Yogi announced:
According to the Chief Minister, efforts are being made to effectively utilize technology to investigate and combat crime, and to make it more effective.
Before 2017, the state had limited facilities.
CM Yogi Adityanath discussed the expansion of cybersecurity and forensic facilities in the state in detail, stating that before 2017, Uttar Pradesh had only two cyber police stations and four forensic labs. However, several cyber police stations have now been opened in districts to combat cybercrime. He stated that this has led to greater technical resources and scientific investigation capabilities within the police system. With cyber police stations now in place in all districts, cybercrime cases are investigated with a specialized approach at every level.
A plan to establish forensic labs in every division
Following the establishment of cyber police stations, forensic science plays a crucial role in crime investigations. Considering this, a plan is underway to establish forensic labs in every division. Steps are being taken to establish forensic labs in each division to strengthen and simplify the investigation process.
This will help combat cybercrime.
Today’s world is digital, and everyone works smartly and digitally. Along with digitalization, people now also make digital payments. Internet banking and online services are also increasing, and cyber fraud cases are also emerging. This plan is being developed to address these issues and prevent this crime.
New opportunities will open up for youth.
The Chief Minister sees forensic science and cybersecurity as linked to the future of youth and said that expanding these fields will provide opportunities for youth.
