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Andhra Pradesh Police Launch AI Drone Monitoring And SafeStay App
Andhra Pradesh Police introduced two new technology tools.
One is a system for watching live video from police drones.
The other is an app called SafeStay.
SafeStay will show police information about people staying in hotels and paying guest homes.
Police say this may help prevent and investigate crimes.
The drone system uses artificial intelligence to help officers monitor situations.
Officers with the right access can respond to events on the ground.
Hotel representatives said the technology could also improve safety and emergency help.
Andhra Pradesh DGP Harish Kumar Gupta launched the AI-based Centralised Drone Monitoring Portal.
The portal lets police monitor live drone feeds across the state through one secure dashboard.
The SafeStay app will give police real-time information about guests at hotels and paying guest accommodations.
Police said the systems will support public safety, crime prevention, investigation, traffic management and women’s safety.
Hotel representatives welcomed digital connectivity among guests, hotels and police to improve safety and emergency response.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh Police, led at the launch by DGP Harish Kumar Gupta, introduced the systems.
- What
- Police launched the AI-based Centralised Drone Monitoring Portal and unveiled the SafeStay app logo.
- Where
- The programme was held at the Guntur SP office in Andhra Pradesh.
- When
- The launch took place on Tuesday.
- Why
- The initiatives are intended to strengthen public safety, crime prevention, investigation, police services and emergency response.
Key facts
- Drone platform
- The Centralised Drone Monitoring Portal provides a single dashboard for live drone feeds across Andhra Pradesh.
- Monitoring technology
- The portal uses artificial intelligence, advanced analytics and role-based access controls.
- SafeStay data
- The app provides police with real-time information on guests staying in hotels and paying guest accommodations.
- Security design
- The drone system provides secure surveillance without relying on public streaming platforms.
- Intended uses
- Police cited women’s safety, drug control, traffic management, crime investigation and preventive policing.
- Industry response
- Hotel industry representatives welcomed digital connectivity between guests, hotels and police.
- Launch attendees
- Senior police officials, hotel representatives, technical experts and academicians attended the programme.
Quotes
Harish Kumar Gupta
Andhra Pradesh Director General of Police
“Our goal is not just to introduce new systems but to ensure their benefits reach people directly. Technology must be effectively utilised in crime prevention, investigation and detection.”
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“Our ultimate aim is to simplify police duties, deliver faster services to citizens and strengthen their sense of safety and trust.”
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