Concerned over the rising crime graph in the city, the district police department and Singhbhum Chamber of Commerce and Industry are geared up to install closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras at major traffic points and the market area.
In the first phase, the department has taken up installation of CCTV cameras at Bistupur and Sakchi main roads. Apart from monitoring the movement of suspicious characters, including possible terrorists, the CCTVs will also help in detecting street robberies, burglaries and theft of and from motor vehicles. The initiative will be given shape in co-ordination with East Singhbhum police. In all, seven CCTVs will be installed after locations are given the green signal by police. SCCI representatives have been asked to contact SP (City) Karthik S to chalk out details of the locations.
“The camera will not only help in controlling traffic but also check whether police constables deputed on duty are performing their duties sincerely or not. It will also help in quick identification of errant riders involved in accidents,” noted a police official. Sources also said that places like Bistupur, Agrico, Sakchi Kalimati Road, Mango were on the priority list for CCTVs.
“ The meeting was fruitful and SSP Richard lakra has asked us to work in co-ordination with SP (City) for installing the cameras. Things will move forward after out our meeting with Karthik,” said Vasani. SCCI vice-president Sonthalia said they have already installed four CCTV’s with police co-operation. Two are operative near Bistupur police station and Kamani Centre (in Bistupur), one is installed near the Adityapur turnaround while the other is in place near the Sakchi turnaround. “But, cameras in Adityapur and Sakchi turnarounds are not functional. The cameras were installed 7 months back,” he added.
He went on to add that the camera will help in easily identifying people involved in anti-social activities in the area. The police department will ensure that the large number of CCTV cameras installed to monitor traffic offences is incorporated into the new system.