Superintendent of Police Kamaldeep Goyal appeal to residents and shopkeepers to install CCTV cameras for stronger crime prevention and surveillance.
SP Kamaldeep Goel directs station in-charges to maintain records of CCTV cameras in their respective areas; shopkeepers advised to install at least two cameras outside establishments
YAMUNANAGAR | PEN OF DEMOCRACY NEWS DESK
The Yamunanagar Police have appealed to residents, shopkeepers and business establishments across the district to install CCTV cameras to strengthen crime prevention, improve surveillance and assist investigators in tracing offenders. The appeal has been made by Superintendent of Police Kamaldeep Goel as part of the police department’s efforts to prevent crime and keep a close watch on anti-social elements.
A police spokesperson said SP Kamaldeep Goel has directed all police station in-charges to maintain proper information and records regarding CCTV cameras installed in their respective areas. The move is aimed at ensuring that footage from cameras installed at important locations can be accessed quickly whenever a criminal incident takes place.
The SP said CCTV footage has become one of the most important technological tools available to the police for crime detection and investigation. Whenever an incident is reported, investigators first examine available CCTV footage to identify suspects, establish their movements and reconstruct the sequence of events. Timely access to such footage can significantly help police identify offenders and initiate legal action at the earliest.
According to the police, the increasing use of technology has proved highly effective not only in investigating crimes but also in preventing them. The presence of CCTV cameras creates a sense of surveillance among anti-social elements and can act as a deterrent against theft, vandalism and other criminal activities.
SP Kamaldeep Goel appealed to members of the public to remain alert and cooperate with the police by installing CCTV cameras at their homes, shops and other establishments. He emphasised that effective coordination between citizens and the police can play an important role in controlling crime.
He said that when members of the public and police work together, criminals find it increasingly difficult to escape detection. CCTV footage can provide crucial evidence regarding the identity and movements of suspects and can help investigators follow leads that might otherwise be difficult to establish.
The police also highlighted a problem encountered during investigations in some cases. According to the department, criminals sometimes damage or destroy CCTV cameras after committing an offence before fleeing the spot. Such acts can deprive investigators of important visual evidence and make it more difficult to identify the offenders.
Keeping this concern in mind, the SP has specifically appealed to shopkeepers to install at least two CCTV cameras outside their establishments. Such cameras can cover activities taking place on the road and around the shop and can help capture the movements of suspicious persons or vehicles.
The police advised shopkeepers and residents to install good-quality CCTV cameras wherever possible. The SP pointed out that merely having a camera is not sufficient if the footage is of poor quality. In several cases, suspects are visible in CCTV recordings, but poor image quality makes it difficult for investigators to clearly identify their faces or other distinguishing features.
High-quality cameras, appropriate positioning and adequate coverage can therefore make a significant difference during investigations. Cameras installed at entrances, exits and locations facing roads can provide broader coverage and may capture important movements before or after an incident.
The SP appealed to people in all police station areas of the district to consider installing CCTV cameras at their homes and shops or outside their establishments. Even a single strategically placed camera can help police monitor suspicious activity and investigate incidents such as theft and other offences.
The police said CCTV surveillance is already being used at various locations across Yamunanagar district. Footage from these cameras is helping maintain surveillance over areas where criminal activity may occur and can assist the police in identifying persons involved in offences.
Apart from general crime prevention, CCTV surveillance can also contribute to strengthening women’s safety. Cameras installed at markets, roads, commercial areas and other public locations can provide an additional layer of surveillance and help police respond more effectively to incidents involving women.
The police stressed that technology alone cannot prevent every crime and that public participation remains equally important. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant, report suspicious activity to the police and ensure that CCTV systems installed at their premises remain functional.
The appeal forms part of the district police’s broader strategy of combining public cooperation with modern technology to improve law enforcement. By increasing CCTV coverage and ensuring better coordination between residents, shopkeepers and police personnel, authorities hope to strengthen surveillance and create a safer environment across Yamunanagar.
The police have urged residents to treat CCTV installation as a preventive security measure rather than merely a response to an incident. Properly installed and maintained cameras can protect property, discourage anti-social activities and provide valuable evidence when a crime occurs.
SP Kamaldeep Goel once again appealed to citizens to cooperate with the police and contribute to crime prevention by installing CCTV cameras at their homes, shops and business premises. He said that with active public participation, better surveillance and the effective use of technology, the police can further strengthen the fight against crime and improve security across the district.
