Supreme Court initiated suo motu proceedings over non-functional CCTV cameras in police stations
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Police modernisation scheme awaits Finance Ministry’s nod, Centre tells Supreme Court
The Supreme Court initiated suo motu proceedings regarding non-functional CCTV cameras in police stations, linked to rising custodial deaths. The Centre informed the court that the police modernisation scheme, which includes CCTV installation, is awaiting approval from the Finance Ministry. This highlights systemic gaps in police infrastructure and accountability, a recurring theme in governance and policing reforms for competitive exams.
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Proceedings linked to a spike in custodial deaths in recent months
Centre informed SC that police modernisation scheme is awaiting Finance Ministry's approval
Scheme includes installation of CCTV cameras in police stations as per Supreme Court directives
Issue highlights gaps in police infrastructure and accountability under Article 21 (Right to Life)
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