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Delhi police uses facial recognition cameras near Jantar Mantar protest site
Published : Friday, 24 July, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Observer Online Desk
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Delhi Police has deployed a facial recognition camera unit near Jantar Mantar, where protests over the NEET exam controversy are underway, to identify wanted criminals, absconders and other offenders who may attempt to exploit the large gathering, according to reports.
The Press Trust of India (PTI) reported that the facial recognition system has been positioned close to the protest venue as part of heightened security arrangements. The move comes amid police efforts to maintain law and order during the ongoing demonstrations.
According to The Indian Express, two surveillance vehicles have been stationed near Jantar Mantar. One is the police force’s Mobile Command and Control Vehicle, which provides live CCTV feeds to officers deployed at the site. The other is a van named “Ikshana”, which is equipped with facial recognition technology.
Quoting a senior police officer, The Indian Express reported that Delhi Police maintains a large database containing images of criminals. The facial recognition software is used to analyse CCTV footage from the area and match faces captured on camera with individuals listed in the police database.
A report by The Times of India, citing a police official, said the system is not intended to target ordinary protesters but to identify criminals who may take advantage of the large crowd. The technology can reportedly recognise individuals from a distance, and if a match with a wanted or absconding accused is found, the concerned police unit is alerted for further action.
The deployment has also sparked discussions on social media, with several users questioning whether the facial recognition system is linked with Aadhaar, India’s biometric identification database. Delhi Police has not confirmed any such connection.
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