The Jharkhand High Court asks the state’s Director General of Police (DGP) to file an affidavit on the availability and coverage of CCTV cameras in police stations. The court’s request follows concerns about whether CCTV systems are installed and functioning in police facilities, and how they are used for monitoring and accountability.
The order directs the DGP to provide details on the current status of CCTV deployment across police stations, including whether cameras exist in all relevant areas and whether the footage is regularly maintained. The court also seeks information on any steps being taken to address gaps, if cameras are missing, non-functional, or not adequately monitored.
The development is part of the court’s ongoing scrutiny of policing practices and infrastructure aimed at improving oversight within law enforcement establishments. The next hearing will consider the affidavit and the information provided by the police leadership.
