Personal Information

Full Name: Lalji Singh

Nickname: Father of DNA Fingerprinting in India L. J. Singh

Country/State: India

Date of Birth: 1947-04-05

Languages Known: Hindi, English, Urdu (regional)

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Food Habit: Not publicly detailed (likely non-vegetarian as per regional background)

Religion: Hindu (though personal religious practice not heavily publicized)

Hobbies: Genetics research Public science education Wildlife conservation Writing and lectures

Education

School: Local schools in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh

College: Local schools in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh

Degrees Obtained: B.Sc. (Zoology) M.Sc. (Biology/Zoology) Ph.D. in Cytogenetics / Molecular Biology

Physical Stats

Height: 170 cm

Weight: 65 kg

Family Information

Parents: Not Public

Siblings: Not Public

Marital Status: married

Wife: Bimlesh Singh

Children: 2

Career

Current Position: Molecular Biologist and Geneticist Founder & Former Director of CCMB Leader in India’s DNA fingerprinting and forensic genetics development

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Net Worth: Not Public

Awards & Achievements: Widely regarded as “Father of DNA Fingerprinting in India” for pioneering forensic DNA typing in the country Introduced DNA-based techniques for forensic, paternity, and criminal identification in India Pioneered wildlife genetic research and worked on preservation of threatened species using molecular biology Led and expanded CCMB into a leading molecular biology research centre Published numerous scientific papers in cytogenetics, forensic genetics, and biotechnology Inspired generations of Indian scientists and contributed to science education and public awareness of genetics

Biography Details

Born in Aligarh in 1947, Lalji Singh studied zoology at Aligarh Muslim University, then moved into genetics and cytogenetics research. His deep interest in molecular biology drove him to explore using DNA as a unique identifier, akin to a “fingerprint” — a concept relatively new to India at that time.

He successfully developed and standardized techniques for DNA fingerprinting and introduced them into India’s forensic frameworks. This breakthrough helped solve many paternity, identification and criminal cases, revolutionizing forensic science in the country.

Beyond forensic applications, he applied molecular genetics to wildlife conservation — studying endangered species, understanding genetic diversity, and helping design conservation strategies using DNA data.

As the head of CCMB, he built a strong institution that became a top-tier centre for molecular biology, genetics, biotechnology and wildlife research. He was known for mentoring young researchers and advocating for scientific temper and public understanding of genetics.

He remained active through his career until his passing in 2017, leaving behind a legacy of scientific integrity, innovation, and national impact in criminal justice, conservation, and biology.

• DNA-fingerprinting and forensic labs across India continue to operate with protocols and standards he helped establish.

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• Genetic research and wildlife conservation programs often cite his foundational work in molecular ecology and DNA analysis.

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• His contributions are commemorated in academic conferences, and many young geneticists credit him for creating modern genetics infrastructure in India.

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