To bring in more transparency and accountability, the Karnataka police head has directed all personnel to wear body cameras compulsorily during work. This move is to contain the growing number of illegal activities and charges of corrupt practices against the State police.
Director General and Inspector General of Police Alok Mohan, in a recent circular to all unit heads across Karnataka, made it mandatory for police officials to wear Body Worn Cameras (BWCs), especially when they proceed to make an arrest.
Stressing on the need for BWCs, Mr. Mohan said that the cameras will improve the quality of evidence, reduce complaints against the police and improve transparency in police work. For effective use of BWCs, the police must use them in handling law and order situations, investigation of crime and traffic management.
