828 CCTV cameras non-functional at Odisha’s police stations, outposts
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Technological surveillance and judicial mandates: a GS3 Internal Security case study on custodial accountability.
Why in news
The Odisha police requested ₹76 crore to repair 828 non-functional CCTV cameras across police stations and outposts to comply with Supreme Court directions.
Background
A total of 16,672 CCTV cameras are installed across 645 police stations and 263 outposts in Odisha. The Odisha High Court had previously expressed concern over custodial abuse in 2024.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact828 CCTV cameras were found non-functional across Odisha's police stations and outposts.
- FactOdisha police requested ₹76 crore for the restoration of non-functional cameras.
- FactTotal installed cameras in Odisha: 16,672 across 645 stations and 263 outposts.
- BodySupreme Court directions mandate that all CCTV cameras in police stations must remain functional.
Prelims practice question
How many CCTV cameras are currently installed across the police stations and outposts in Odisha?
- (a)16,672
- (b)12,450
- (c)20,000
- (d)8,280
Show answer
Answer: (a) 16,672 — The note states that a total of 16,672 CCTV cameras are installed across 645 police stations and 263 outposts in Odisha.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of technological surveillance in ensuring accountability and preventing custodial abuse within the Indian policing system.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional bottleneck: Inadequate funding and maintenance cycles for surveillance infrastructure in rural outposts
- Judicial oversight: Role of High Courts and Supreme Court in mandating transparency through mandatory CCTV functionality
Keywords: custodial abuse · surveillance infrastructure · accountability · judicial mandate · transparency
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