NewKerala.com

Vadodara Launches Smart Policing Command Centre to Boost City Security

Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi inaugurated Vadodara's new Command and Control Centre under the NETRAM smart policing project. The facility enables real-time crime detection and coordination during major city events and festivals. City Police Commissioner Narsimha Komar explained the centre allows continuous monitoring of security and traffic for faster incident response. This initiative represents a key step in modernising policing through technology integration for urban safety.

Key Points: Vadodara Inaugurates Smart Policing Command & Control Centre

  • Real-time crime detection
  • Enhanced traffic management
  • Central monitoring hub
  • Advanced CCTV integration
  • Improved police resource coordination
2 min read

Gujarat's Vadodara gets new smart policing Command and Control Centre

Gujarat Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi inaugurates Vadodara's new NETRAM Command Centre, enhancing real-time crime detection and traffic management.

"Through this centre, we can monitor Vadodara's security and traffic conditions continuously, enabling faster response to incidents and improved public safety. - City Police Commissioner"

Vadodara, March 21

Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Saturday inaugurated the Vadodara City Police's new Command and Control Centre, established at the Police Bhavan.

Developed under the Gujarat Police's Smart Policing initiative through the Network for Technology Enabled Rapid Assurance and Monitoring (NETRAM) project, the centre is intended to strengthen city-level monitoring and enhance operational efficiency using advanced technology.

Sanghavi was received at the Police Bhavan by Director General of Police (DGP) K. L. N. Rao and City Police Commissioner Narsimha Komar.

A contingent of city police presented a Guard of Honour to the Deputy Chief Minister upon his arrival.

The inauguration included the unveiling of a plaque marking the official opening of the centre.

During a briefing, the City Police Commissioner explained that the facility allows real-time crime detection, coordination during major festivals and city events, and effective management of police resources.

"Through this centre, we can monitor Vadodara's security and traffic conditions continuously, enabling faster response to incidents and improved public safety," he said.

Following the ceremony, Sanghavi toured the centre and observed the monitoring systems, including CCTV cameras covering the city's key areas.

He was briefed on how the technology aids both security and traffic management.

He emphasised the importance of utilising modern technology to its full potential in policing and suggested further integration of advanced systems into city security operations.

The Deputy Chief Minister also wrote a note in the visit book, which was presented to him by the City Police Commissioner.

The centre represents a significant step towards modernising policing in Vadodara.

By combining technology with law enforcement, the facility aims to improve crime prevention, enhance traffic management, and provide a central hub for monitoring and coordination.

This initiative is part of the Gujarat Police's broader vision to employ smart solutions for urban safety and operational efficiency.

- IANS

Share this article:

Reader Comments

S
Sarah B
While the technology is impressive, I hope there are strong data privacy safeguards in place. Continuous CCTV monitoring of a city is a powerful tool, but citizens' rights must be protected. The briefing should have addressed this aspect more clearly.
V
Vikram M
Good initiative. But will it actually reach the common man? Often these high-tech centres are launched with fanfare, but the local police station still takes hours to file an FIR for a theft. Hope the benefits trickle down to the ground level.
P
Priya S
NETRAM project sounds promising! Real-time coordination during Ganesh Chaturthi visarjan or the kite festival will be a game-changer. Safety for women should be a top priority for this centre. Let's hope it delivers on its promise.
R
Rohit P
More cameras mean less crime. It's a simple equation. Other cities in Gujarat should follow Vadodara's lead. This is how you build a modern, secure India. Jai Hind!
K
Kavya N
The article mentions "effective management of police resources." This is crucial. If this centre can help deploy police patrols more intelligently based on real-time data, it will be money well spent. Hope they train the staff properly to use the tech.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50