ENA Economy 2025-07-15 16:45:49 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Jul 15 (KNN)</strong> Indian Railways is set to boost passenger safety by installing advanced CCTV surveillance systems in all 74,000 passenger coaches and 15,000 locomotives across the country. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This major move comes after successful trials in the Northern Railway zone and was recently approved in a high-level review meeting led by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Minister of State Ravneet Singh Bittu.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Each passenger coach will be fitted with four dome cameras certified by the Standardisation Testing and Quality Certification (STQC). </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">These cameras will be installed at entry points and key movement areas like corridors, without invading private zones such as seating or sleeping compartments. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">In locomotives, six cameras will be added &mdash; two at the front and rear, one on each side, and one in each drivers cabin &mdash; along with desk-mounted microphones to capture audio.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The surveillance system is designed to work efficiently in low light and at speeds above 100 km/h, ensuring 24/7monitoring of public areas. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This upgrade is part of a broader safety strategy to prevent theft, harassment, and other crimes, while also supporting quick identification and response in case of any untoward incidents.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Artificial intelligence (AI) will also play a key role in enhancing safety. As part of the IndiaAI mission, the Railways is exploring real-time AI-based analytics that can trigger alerts for unusual behavior, unauthorized access, or potential threats.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">To address privacy concerns, officials have clarified that the cameras will not be placed in private spaces. All installations follow data protection rules and have been approved under national cybersecurity guidelines.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This initiative marks a significant step toward safer train journeys, blending technology and governance to enhance trust in the public transport system.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"><em><strong>(KNN Bureau)</strong></em></span></p> 42818 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/economy/installation-of-ai-enabled-cctv-cameras-by-railways-create-huge-business-opportunity 2025-07-15 16:45:49 knnindia.co.in