Assam Police have introduced Measurement Collection Units (MCU) under the Criminal Procedure Identification Act, 2022. The new system is designed to scientifically collect and store criminal data, making it harder for repeat offenders to evade the law.
The MCU will record and preserve DNA samples of criminals using advanced scientific techniques. In addition to DNA, the system will also scan and store retina patterns and full-body data of offenders. This information will be kept in a centralized digital database, similar to the state’s existing fingerprint records.
Once stored, the data can be accessed from anywhere in India. This means police officers can quickly cross-check information related to criminal cases, helping investigations move faster. The software built into the MCU allows instant verification of offenders involved in crimes, reducing the time required to identify suspects. 
The initiative has already been implemented in all district headquarters across Assam and is the first of its kind in the state. Police officials highlighted that the MCU will also store DNA samples of criminals involved in offenses against women and children, which is expected to enhance safety and accountability.
Assam Police say this move is part of a broader effort to strengthen law enforcement in the state. “With the MCU, habitual criminals will find it difficult to escape justice. It is a big step toward modern policing,” a senior official said.
