Baramulla , Aug 01: The District Magistrate of Baramulla has directed commercial establishments and telecom service providers across the district to install or augment CCTV surveillance systems, citing security concerns and the need to strengthen crime prevention and monitoring.
According to the order, all commercial establishments that have not yet installed CCTV cameras must install an adequate number of high-resolution cameras to ensure complete visual coverage of their premises, including adjoining roads, access lanes, and entry and exit points.
Establishments with existing surveillance systems have also been directed to expand coverage wherever required.
The order follows recommendations from the Senior Superintendent of Police, Baramulla, who informed the district administration that nearly 65 to 70 per cent of commercial establishments in the district are yet to install CCTV cameras.
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