‘Install CCTVs in all mosques, madrasas for national security’: BJP’s Meerut MP Arun Govil tells Centre

BJP’s Meerut MP, Arun Govil, on Thursday urged the Central Government to consider installing CCTVs in the mosques and madrasas, citing national security concerns. He also called for the formulation of a draft national security policy in this regard.

During the Zero Hour in the Lok Sabha, Govil raised the issue as a matter of public importance. He stated that CCTV cameras were already installed in the temples, churches, gurudwaras, schools, colleges, hospitals, markets, and most other public places across the country. Govil emphasised that these cameras have proven beneficial for security, transparency, and crime prevention.

“However, this system is still not implemented in mosques and madrasas despite them being major public and community places where security is equally important. It is noteworthy that CCTVs are installed in Saudi Arabia’s Mecca — the holiest site of Muslims– and in madrasas there, due to security concerns. If this system can be adopted there (Mecca), why is there a hesitation in implementing the same security standards in India?” the actor-turned politician questioned.