Gujarat plans unified CCTV dashboard, seeks student-built tech for policing

Gujarat plans unified CCTV dashboard, to integrate student-built tech into policing: Dy CMSurat, The Gujarat government aims to connect all CCTV cameras across the state to a single dashboard and integrate technology developed by young innovators into police procedures, including FIR registration and cybercrime resolution, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi.

Addressing the grand finale of the E-Rakshak Hackathon at Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT) in Surat, Sanghavi said the state government wanted to encourage software-based solutions that could improve policing and reduce dependence on frequently changing hardware.

He reviewed cybersecurity prototypes developed by 31 teams representing colleges affiliated with more than 13 universities across six states.

The grand finale brought together 150 students, selected from 458 registrations received from across the country.

Changes in hardware and camera models introduced by major companies could increase government expenditure, making sustainable software solutions an important priority," he said.