Facial recognition part of new security tech at Pune Rly Stn: Indu Rani Dubey

She highlighted real-time monitoring as an integral part of their security plan and that footage from all cameras are accessible directly from her office, ensuring a continuous watch over key areas of the station.

When asked about the news reported last year on the collaboration between the Pune Railway Division and Jio’s subsidiary company, JioThings Limited, regarding the installation of AI cameras for touting and security, Dubey said that the idea was a pilot project and haven’t received any update from the company. “This pilot project did not yield significant results, and the railway division has since moved forward with its own plans to implement facial recognition technology,” she said.

She stated that the project has already been contracted, and groundwork, including laying necessary wiring and infrastructure, is expected to begin this month. She said, “Once operational, the cameras will be capable of identifying and tracking individuals based on facial recognition software. This system will be particularly effective in identifying repeat offenders and blacklisted touts, raising an alarm when identified individuals are detected on the premises.”

“The system will be in operation within the next three to four months,” Dubey added.