New Delhi: As cybercrime continues to evolve in complexity and scale, the need for reliable, efficient, and indigenous digital forensic solutions has become increasingly critical. Addressing this challenge, Forensic CyberTech Pvt. Ltd. has developed Chitragupt, an advanced mobile forensic platform that is rapidly gaining recognition as one of India’s most significant innovations in the field of digital investigations.
Developed under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) iDEX initiative, Chitragupt reflects India’s commitment to technological self-reliance while providing law enforcement agencies with a comprehensive platform for extracting, analyzing, and preserving digital evidence. The platform was recently showcased at the International Police Expo 2026, where it received an overwhelmingly positive response from police officers, forensic scientists, cybersecurity professionals, and government officials.
In today’s digital era, smartphones have become central to criminal investigations, often containing critical evidence related to cybercrime, financial fraud, narcotics, terrorism, organized crime, and missing person cases. However, investigators have traditionally relied on expensive foreign forensic tools that may not fully address India’s legal framework, multilingual environment, or operational requirements. Chitragupt aims to bridge this gap by offering an indigenous alternative specifically engineered for Indian investigative agencies.
The platform enables investigators to perform comprehensive mobile data extraction, recover deleted files, analyze application data, examine communication records, and generate court-ready forensic reports. Its AI-assisted analytical capabilities help investigators identify hidden relationships, construct event timelines, and uncover crucial digital evidence more efficiently. The solution also supports multiple Indian languages, making it particularly valuable for investigations conducted across the country’s diverse linguistic landscape.
The development of Chitragupt has been spearheaded by Rushit Soni, Founder Director of Forensic CyberTech Pvt. Ltd., whose vision has been to create a globally competitive forensic solution built entirely in India. The platform has also been strengthened through the strategic guidance of Lt. Col. Santosh Khadsare (Retd.), a distinguished forensic expert whose practical experience has helped align the technology with the real-world needs of investigators.
One of Chitragupt’s defining strengths is its focus on operational efficiency. By reducing the time required for evidence acquisition and analysis, the platform enables investigators to accelerate case progress while maintaining the integrity of digital evidence. Its forensic reporting capabilities also support prosecution by producing documentation that aligns with judicial requirements, strengthening the evidentiary value of digital artifacts in court proceedings.
The strong response at the International Police Expo 2026 further highlighted the growing confidence in indigenous security technologies. Demonstrations conducted during the event showcased Chitragupt’s robust functionality and ease of use, attracting interest from state police forces, cybercrime units, forensic laboratories, and investigative agencies from across the country. The platform’s performance reinforced the potential of Indian companies to deliver world-class forensic solutions capable of competing with established international products.
As India advances its digital governance and cybersecurity ecosystem, the importance of homegrown investigative technologies continues to grow. Chitragupt stands as a successful example of collaboration between government-backed innovation and private-sector expertise. More than a forensic platform, it represents a strategic investment in India’s digital sovereignty, empowering investigators with cutting-edge technology while supporting the broader vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. With continuous research and development, future integration of artificial intelligence, cloud-based forensic infrastructure, and enhanced investigative capabilities, Chitragupt is well-positioned to become a cornerstone of India’s next generation of digital forensic and cyber investigation solutions.
