AI on the streets: India’s protest surveillance sparks backlash

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This article documents human rights concerns or humanitarian issues using credible institutional sources. It is not considered a psychological operation.

This article is not considered a psychological operation. It reports on growing concerns among activists and journalists in India over the Delhi police's use of facial recognition technology during recent student-led protests, highlighting allegations of unconstitutional surveillance and privacy violations. The article details the deployment of 'Ikshana' surveillance vans, AI-powered cameras, and other monitoring tools, raising questions about the legality and oversight of such technologies under Indian law.

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