Karnataka to set up urban policing innovation centre to future-proof city policing: Home Minister Priyank Kharge

The Karnataka government plans to establish the Karnataka Urban Policing Innovation Centre (KUPIC) to modernize its urban policing system, Home Minister Priyank Kharge announced. Addressing a review meeting with senior police officers and expert advisory groups, Kharge highlighted the need to address the evolving nature of crime, public safety concerns, and traffic management in rapidly urbanizing cities.

KUPIC will focus on leveraging advanced technologies such as AI, data analytics, smart surveillance systems, and digital platforms to enhance policing capabilities and improve evidence-based decision-making, aiming to build a more efficient, responsive, and citizen-centric urban policing system.

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