10,000 CCTV cameras missing or broken in Delhi
A new survey by Delhi's Public Works Department (PWD) found that almost 10,000 out of 2.8 lakh CCTV cameras across the city are either broken or missing.
These cameras were installed in two phases in 2018 to boost security and help authorities like the police and courts access footage when needed.
PWD running technical audit, plans to replace damaged cameras
To tackle the problem, PWD is running a technical audit and plans to replace damaged cameras and add new ones where gaps exist.
The BJP government, which came to power this February, also wants to install another 50,000 cameras and is talking with the Home Department about a centralized system so police can monitor footage more easily.
PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh said he's focused on speeding up installations—especially in areas that have faced delays—as part of efforts to enhance security and address concerns.