LUCKNOW, June 26 -- Preparations are underway to introduce non-invasive autopsies, also known as virtual post-mortems, at the post-mortem house of King George's Medical University (KGMU), offering a modern alternative to conventional autopsies that require surgical incisions.

Officials said the initiative is expected to gain momentum once a dedicated CT scan and MRI machine is installed at the facility. The advanced imaging technology will enable forensic experts to determine the cause and approximate time of death without dissecting the body.

"KGMU has sent a proposal to the state government seeking approval to start non-invasive autopsies in road accident cases," said KGMU spokesperson Prof KK Singh.

He said the government has approv...