DCP offices to get CCTV feed from all police stations in Ghaziabad
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Nimish Patil, DCP Trans-Hindon, said that three police officers are stationed in each room, working in 8-hour shifts.
Under this plan, 86 CCTV cameras have been installed across the three zones of the Ghaziabad commissionerate, out of which 68 are at police stations and 18 at ACP courts.
"Through 24/7 surveillance, we will monitor the conduct of police officers and their behaviour towards any visitor or complainant.
If any suspicious activity is detected, the monitoring officers will immediately inform the DCP of the zone. Additionally, we will ensure that there are no unnecessary detentions, and all complaints are addressed appropriately," DCP Patil said.
In Jan 2023, Ghaziabad Police took disciplinary action against two head constables for accepting bribes. The incident came to light when footage of the incident surfaced on social media platforms, prompting an official investigation.
In April 2024, four police officers, including a former SHO of Muradnagar, were arrested for allegedly demanding bribes to dismiss a case. To facilitate and ensure transparency in police services provided under the Citizen Charter, a feedback cell was established to gather applicants' feedback on police conduct and transparency during passport verification, character verification, tenant verification, and the filing of FIRs.
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