The largest city in the Indian state of Gujarat, Ahmedabad, made history by being the first to install a surveillance system connected to artificial intelligence (AI). In order to enhance public safety and security, the city has teamed up with a tech company to install a state-of-the-art artificial intelligence system that can analyse massive amounts of data.
A cutting-edge artificial intelligence command and control station, with an amazing 9 by 3 metre screen that monitors a vast 460 square km region, including Ahmedabad and its surrounding areas, is located in the huge Paldi sector of the city. This AI surveillance system provides a six-camera view of the entire city by combining live drone footage with camera feeds from buses and traffic signals.
With its sophisticated facial recognition technology, the AI-linked surveillance system can recognise and track people in real time. It is a priceless tool for Ahmedabad's law enforcement agencies since it can also identify and react to patterns of criminal activity.
The local authority is confident that the new AI system will strengthen the effectiveness of its law enforcement operations and aid in the prevention and detection of crime. The system will also help with traffic management, crowd control, and disaster response.
"The implementation of this AI-linked surveillance system is a significant milestone for Ahmedabad and for India as a whole," a spokesperson for the city stated. "We are committed to leveraging the latest technology to ensure the safety and security of our citizens, and we believe that this system will play a crucial role in achieving that goal.”
The introduction of an AI-powered monitoring system has ignited a national debate regarding potential advantages and drawbacks of such advanced technology in public places. While some have praised the system for its potential to increase safety and security, others have expressed concerns about privacy and data protection issues.
Nonetheless, Ahmedabad's pioneering initiative has set a precedent for other Indian cities to follow as they seek to use AI to improve public safety and security. Ahmedabad has clearly established itself as a leader in the adoption of AI technology for the benefit of its citizens with the effective implementation of this system.
