Authorities have installed facial recognition cameras at all entry and exit points of the city to identify and track suspicious individuals, a key detail revealed during a briefing for a delegation from the National Institute of Public Administration.
A group of officers-in-training toured the Safe City Islamabad facility to understand its operational capabilities, according to a police report today.
The attendees were welcomed by Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Safe City Islamabad Owais Khan, the Director of Systems, and the Assistant Director of Safe City.
During the engagement, the officers were given a comprehensive tour of the project”s core components, including the central monitoring system, the Command and Control Centre, the modern surveillance network, and the Police Operations Centre Hall.
Officials provided a detailed presentation on the operational protocols and the practical utility of these integrated systems.
The delegation was informed that the Safe City project plays a significant role in public safety through several technological initiatives, such as the Police Operations Centre, Emergency Control Centre, Dispatch Control Centre, and the ‘Pucar-15’ emergency helpline.
The briefing also underscored the effectiveness of the extensive network of surveillance cameras deployed across the city, noting their vital function in ensuring urban security, preventing criminal activity, and protecting the lives and property of citizens.
The visiting officers expressed their appreciation for the advanced technological framework used by the Islamabad Police and its effectiveness, extending their gratitude to the Safe City team for organising the successful tour.