Key Points: - Videography of crime scene is valuable and should be adopted with safeguards and admissibility considerations. (!) (!) - The Court approves a Centrally Driven Plan of Action with phased implementation, milestones, and oversight by a Central Oversight Body (COB). (!) (!) - Phase I–V outlines specific timelines, pilot districts, training, and financing for videography implementation across states and central agencies. (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) (!) - Admissibility of electronic evidence can be relaxed regarding certificate requirements under Section 65B(4) where justice requires, with safeguards on authenticity. (!) - Reference to earlier decisions endorsing use of new techniques (videography, electronic evidence) with safeguards; need for certification and authenticity. (!) - The Committee of Experts and MHA proposed SOPs, training, capacity building, forensic facilities, and funding mechanisms. (!) (!) (!) - Oversight mechanisms include independent reporting, CCTV usage, and periodic reviews by an independent committee. (!)

What is the admissibility and evidentiary framework for videography and electronic evidence in police investigations under the Evidence Act and Cr.P.C.?

How to implement a Centrally Driven Plan of Action for videography in investigation in phased stages with oversight and funding?

What are the mandated institutional mechanisms (COB, Nodal Officers, expert group) and timelines for introducing crime scene videography in India?