Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Delhi Police Uses Facial Recognition at Protests
The Delhi Police used a special technology called facial recognition to watch people at a protest in Jantar Mantar.
This technology helps them find people who might have done bad things before and could cause trouble.
They found about 2,500 people who might be criminals.
Some people think this is good because it keeps everyone safe, but others worry it might invade the privacy of peaceful protesters.
Delhi Police used facial recognition to monitor protesters at Jantar Mantar.
The system flagged 2,500 individuals with criminal backgrounds.
The technology is meant to identify wanted criminals and prevent law and order issues.
Police officers monitor the system in real-time to verify identities.
Critics raise concerns about the privacy of peaceful protesters.
- Who
- Delhi Police
- What
- Used facial recognition to flag individuals with criminal backgrounds
- When
- During protests at Jantar Mantar
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Why
- To identify and prevent criminals from infiltrating protests
Protester Privacy Concerns
Police Security Measures
Purpose of Facial Recognition
Protester Privacy Concerns
Violates privacy rights of peaceful protesters.
Police Security Measures
Ensures security by identifying criminals.
- Location
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Technology Used
- Facial Recognition System (FRS)
- Number of Flagged Individuals
- 2,500
- Target Groups
- Wanted criminals, absconders, history-sheeters, and 'Bad Characters'
- Number of FRS Cameras
- 4
- FIRs Lodged
- 15
Sources
Jantar Mantar protests: Police claim FRS flagged over 2,000 with criminal records; CJP hits back
Delhi Police Flags 2,500 People With Criminal Backgrounds Using Facial Recognition At Jantar Mantar: Report
