2-Day Comprehensive Workshop on Wrongful Convictions and Innocence Claims: Register Now!

The Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Science (UPSIFS), Lucknow, proudly announces a two-day workshop on “Wrongful Convictions and Innocence Claims: Issues and Challenges in India.” This workshop addresses systemic flaws in the criminal justice system, discusses investigative errors, inadequate legal representation, and systemic biases, and explores actionable solutions to improve justice delivery in India.

About UPSIFS

Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Science (UPSIFS) is a flagship initiative of the Government of Uttar Pradesh, located in Lucknow and sprawling across fifty acres of land, this newly established institute was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India in March 2024. UPSIFS is affiliated to the National Forensic Science University (NFSU), Gandhinagar, an Institute of National Importance established by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.

About Workshop

Wrongful convictions and prosecutions are pressing concerns in India’s criminal justice system. Over three-quarters of prisoners in India are under pre-trial detention, reflecting systemic flaws in ensuring justice. The 277th Report of the Law Commission of India (2018) titled “Wrongful Prosecution (Miscarriage of Justice): Legal Remedies” shed light on the significant challenges in addressing these miscarriages of justice.

The report highlighted factors such as investigative errors, inadequate legal representation, and systemic biases that lead to wrongful prosecutions and convictions. Such convictions violate the Fundamental Rights guaranteed by The Constitution of India. Hence, a thorough discussion of the issue is relevant for improving our criminal justice system.

Workshop Highlights:

• Inauguration Ceremony: Keynote by Hon’ble Justice S. Murlidhar
• Expert-Led Sessions:
  • Insights into Wrongful Convictions and Innocence Claims
  • Discussions on Forensic Science Strengthening in Criminal Justice
  • NGOs Perspectives on wrongful convictions
  • Case studies such as Anokhilal v. State of MP and Rahul Vs NCT of Delhi
• Speakers: Renowned experts including Justice S. Murlidhar, Dr. G.K. Goswami, Ms. Sonia Mathur, Ms. Shreya Rastogi,

Key Details

• Dates: 08–09 February 2025
• Mode: Online and Offline
• Location: UPSIFS Campus, Lucknow
• Participants: Legal professionals, forensic experts, academics, and students.

Registration Procedure

Click Here to Register.

Contact Information

• Dr. Abhishek Dixit, Assistant Professor: [email protected]
• Mr. Nikhil Mishra, Student Coordinator: [email protected], Phone: +91 96968 96793

The brochure is here.