Delhi police buys AI-equipped riot vans with cameras and drones

Delhi Police is acquiring eight Vajra anti-riot vehicles fitted with a 4K PTZ mast camera, five more 4K cameras, an Intel i7 computer with GPU for AI analytics and a rooftop drone launch deck. A separate ₹15.66 crore ($1.6 million) tender covers 338 facial recognition cameras and 47 ANPR units. The Internet Freedom Foundation wants the contract paused until the sanction and usage rules are published.

• Eight Vajra vans get a 4K PTZ mast camera and five 4K cameras
• Onboard Intel i7 with GPU, 1 TB storage, GPS, Wi-Fi and rooftop drone launch
• Separate tender: 338 facial recognition cameras and 47 ANPR units for ₹15.66 crore
• IFF calls for contract pause until sanction and rules are on record