Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Indian Railways to deploy body cameras for ticket checkers
Indian Railways is introducing body-worn cameras for ticket checkers on two trains as part of a pilot project.
These cameras will record both video and audio during ticket inspections to improve transparency and accountability.
The recorded footage will help verify complaints and prevent misconduct.
If the pilot is successful, the cameras will be introduced on more trains.
The cameras have features like HD recording, night vision, and tamper-proof systems.
The project aims to make the ticket checking process more reliable and fair for both passengers and staff.
North Central Railway to introduce body-worn cameras for ticket checkers on two trains.
Cameras will record video and audio during ticket inspections.
Footage will help verify complaints and improve accountability.
Pilot project involves Prayagraj Express and Shram Shakti Express.
Cameras feature HD recording, night vision, and tamper-proof systems.
- Who
- North Central Railway (NCR)
- What
- Deployment of body-worn cameras for ticket checkers
- When
- Pilot project to begin soon
- Where
- Prayagraj-New Delhi and Kanpur-New Delhi routes
- Why
- To make the ticket checking process more transparent and accountable
Supporters of Body Cameras
Privacy Advocates
Transparency and Accountability
Supporters of Body Cameras
Body cameras enhance transparency and accountability in ticket checking processes.
Privacy Advocates
Body cameras may infringe on passenger privacy and create an environment of constant surveillance.
Prevention of Misconduct
Supporters of Body Cameras
Body cameras help prevent false complaints and assist in investigating misconduct.
Privacy Advocates
Body cameras could lead to misuse of footage and potential misuse of power by authorities.
- Organization
- North Central Railway (NCR)
- Pilot Project Trains
- Prayagraj Express (12417/12418), Shram Shakti Express (12451/12452)
- Number of Cameras Procured
- 30
- Features of Cameras
- HD video recording, audio recording, night vision, long battery backup, tamper-proof recording
- Purpose of Cameras
- To improve transparency, verify complaints, and prevent misconduct