T he eSakshya app is a pivotal mobile applica tion designed to assist police in recording and managing evidence in criminal cases. As part of India’s broader digital transformation, this app aligns with new criminal laws aimed at modernizing the jus tice system. The app allows police officers to record the scene of a crime, including search and seizure activities, directly from their mobile phones. Each recording can last up to four minutes, and multiple recordings can be uploaded for each First Informa tion Report (FIR). Officers must upload these files to a cloud-based platform along with a selfie for authen ticity. In case of connectivity issues, recordings can be made on personal devices and uploaded later.
eSakshya plays a crucial role in ensuring unifor mity in investigations across states, which is expect ed to enhance the conviction rate. The app supports compliance with the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) requirements for audiovisual record ing and forensic examination in serious offenses. While it streamlines processes and optimizes re sources, challenges like internet connectivity and training for police personnel must be addressed to ensure effective implementation. Overall, eSakshya is a significant step forward in digitizing India’s crim inal justice system, enhancing procedural integrity and evidence management.
