Explained: Delhi Police’s AI surveillance network and why it’s under scrutiny

Delhi Police's AI surveillance network at Jantar Mantar has been challenged in a PIL before the Delhi High Court.
The PIL argues that the surveillance practices violate privacy and lack legal framework.
The system includes facial recognition cameras and AI analytics to monitor protests.
Civil liberties groups have raised concerns about data retention and lack of oversight.
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