Although the integration of digital forensics technologies with the criminal and criminal tracing network and systems (CCTNS) is a revolutionary change in the functioning of the Indian criminal justice system. The paper addresses the digital forensics transformation in terms of investigative practices and discusses how its association with the CCTNS improves the availability of real-time data, and the creation of inter-service cooperation and evidence-based policing. Digital forensics may be essential in combating cybercrime and financial fraud, because of its ability to collect, process and protect electronic evidence. The CCTNS operates under the national e-Government plan as a comprehensive online resource, operating with almost 15,000 police stations across the country, improving efficient communication networks. By combining their capabilities, digital forensics and CCTNS allow for faster detection of crimes, faster investigation and a higher resolution rate.
The study examines effective case studies, discusses the tools used and raises issues such as data privacy, legal recognition and the weaknesses of the IT and CCTNS infrastructure. In addition, it analyses the ethical aspects and defines the policy requirements for successfully implementing the digital transformation in the area of crime prevention. In sum, the study shows that India’s future in crime detection rests on a robust technological structure, with digital forensics and CCTNS, for faster, cleaner and accountable justice outcomes.