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Amit Shah Urges Wider Use of NAFIS for Crime Fighting
✍️ The News Mill
🗓 19 Jun 2026, 09:02 PM
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah has called for the increased utilization of the National Automated Fingerprint Identification System (NAFIS) across India to enhance the nation's capability in combating crime.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has advocated for the expanded deployment of the National Automated Fingerprint Identification System (NAFIS) throughout India. This initiative aims to strengthen the country's infrastructure for tackling criminal activities.
The push for wider NAFIS usage is intended to bolster law enforcement agencies' ability to identify and apprehend criminals more effectively. The system is designed to facilitate faster and more accurate fingerprint matching, crucial for solving cases and preventing future crimes.
By integrating NAFIS more broadly, the government seeks to create a robust national database that can aid investigations across different states and jurisdictions. This move underscores a commitment to leveraging technology for improved public safety and security.
The push for wider NAFIS usage is intended to bolster law enforcement agencies' ability to identify and apprehend criminals more effectively. The system is designed to facilitate faster and more accurate fingerprint matching, crucial for solving cases and preventing future crimes.
By integrating NAFIS more broadly, the government seeks to create a robust national database that can aid investigations across different states and jurisdictions. This move underscores a commitment to leveraging technology for improved public safety and security.