It will soon be time for Hyderabad traffic police to replace old body-worn cameras with newer models that come with advanced features.
In order to keep up with global technological advancements, the Hyderabad traffic police will acquire around 100 new body cameras. Sub-inspectors on traffic enforcement duties received the cameras in 2015 as part of the police’s smart policing initiative.
A typical set of cameras consists of around four cameras, all of which have GPRS capabilities as well. According to a senior official from the Hyderabad traffic police department, the high-resolution cameras can record audio, store footage for over a month, and transmit a live feed to the department’s command and control centre. In addition to being effective during the daytime, the cameras will also be effective at night.
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Both the Hyderabad traffic police personnel and the violators reported unsocial behaviour that necessitated the cameras. Police body cameras were introduced by higher-ups as a result of ensuing arguments, instances of cops being manhandled by violators, and complaints of police brutality against motorists.
Prior cameras developed technical issues, as they are now outdated technology for 2022. According to the official, new ones with advanced features are being procured. Also recently, the Karnataka High Court ordered the police to use body cameras while conducting traffic duties.
Recently, Hyderabad traffic police have begun cracking down on commuters who violate the free left turn at signals. Aside from regular checks for drinking and driving, police have begun imposing fines for the same.
It is also worth noting that Telangana police’s Command and Control Centre is being constructed at Banjara Hills for a cost of around 600 crores and is expected to be completed by July. Reports suggested that 95 per cent of the work had been finished.
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