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Mint
13-07-2025
- Mint
Railways to install CCTV cameras in train coaches to enhance passenger safety
Buoyed by the positive outcome of experimental installation of CCTV (closed-circuit television) cameras in passenger coaches, the Indian Railways has decided to set up this video surveillance system in all coaches. The move is aimed at improving passenger safety, while also ensuring that luggage theft in trains in curbed. Miscreants and organized gangs take advantage of gullible passengers. With cameras, such incidents can be significantly reduced, the ministry of railways said in a statement. To preserve the privacy of passengers, CCTV cameras will be installed in the common movement area near the doors. Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and junior railway minister Ravneet Singh Bittu reviewed the progress of CCTV cameras' installation in locomotives and coaches. The meeting held on 12 July was attended by senior officials of the Railway Board. The railway officials informed that successful trials have been done in the locomotive engines and coaches of the Northern Railway. Vaishnaw gave the go-ahead to install CCTV cameras in all 74,000 coaches and 15,000 locos. Each railway coach will be covered with 4 dome-type CCTV cameras - 2 in each entrance way and each locomotive will have 6 CCTV cameras. This will include one camera each at the front, rear and on both sides of the locomotive. Each cab (front and rear) of a loco will be fitted with one dome CCTV camera and two desk-mounted microphones. The officials said that the CCTV cameras will have the latest specifications and will be STQC (Standardization Testing and Quality Certification) certified. Vaishnaw emphasised on deploying the best-in-class equipment. He urged the railway officials to ensure that high-quality footage should be available even for trains running at 100 kmph-plus speeds and also under low lighting conditions. He encouraged the officials to explore the use of artificial intelligence on the data captured by CCTV cameras, in collaboration with the IndiaAI mission. The purpose of fitting cameras in the common movement areas of coaches is to improve safety and security of passengers. While preserving privacy, these cameras will help in identifying miscreants. The modernization efforts of Indian Railways are a reflection of its commitment towards a safe, secure, and passenger-friendly travel experience, the ministry statement added.
Business Standard
25-04-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Sparsh CCTV leads the way as India mandates STQC certification for all CCTV products
PRNewswire New Delhi [India], April 25: Sparsh, a pioneering Indian manufacturer of CCTV cameras and electronic security solutions, today announced its continued leadership in the Indian market by being the first Indian firm to achieve STQC (Standardization Testing and Quality Certification) for the most extensive range of its CCTV products, following the enforcement of government regulations on April 9, 2025, which now mandate STQC certification for all IP CCTV cameras sold in India. From April 9, 2025, the government barred non-STQC-compliant CCTV brands from selling in India. This significant achievement underscores Sparsh's early commitment to quality, security, and the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative. While the new regulations now require all CCTV cameras to be STQC certified for legal sale, Sparsh's proactive approach has positioned it as the first to offer the broadest portfolio of certified solutions, ensuring its partners and customers face no disruption. "Sparsh is proud to have been the first CCTV manufacturer in the world to achieve the prestigious STQC certification for such a comprehensive spectrum of our product portfolio," said Mr. Sanjeev Sehgal, Managing Director, Sparsh CCTV. "This early certification reflects our dedication to indigenous design, rigorous manufacturing, and providing secure, high-quality surveillance solutions that meet the highest national standards. As the industry adapts to these crucial new regulations, Sparsh offers the widest array of certified products readily available to the Indian market." Sparsh's achievement of securing STQC certification for the broadest range of its CCTV products ensures that businesses, government entities and individuals can confidently choose Sparsh for their security needs, knowing they are deploying compliant and reliable systems from a pioneering Indian manufacturer. This extensive certification includes a wide selection of IP cameras for different applications and segments. This is particularly crucial in today's new regulatory landscape, where cameras with old certification are no longer eligible for sale--whether to corporate clients, government or retail customers. Key Highlights: Mandatory Regulation in Effect: As of April 9, 2025, all CCTV cameras sold in India must be STQC certified. Sparsh CCTV First to Achieve Broadest Certification: Sparsh was the first CCTV manufacturer in the world to secure STQC certification for the most extensive range of its product portfolio. Ensuring Continued Availability: Sparsh's early certification ensures the uninterrupted availability of a wide range of compliant CCTV solutions. Commitment to National Standards: This achievement highlights Sparsh's dedication to meeting and exceeding the stringent security and quality standards set by the Indian government. 'Made in India' Leadership: Sparsh's indigenous manufacturing capabilities have been instrumental in its ability to achieve this significant milestone. This regulatory change emphasizes the Indian government's commitment to strengthening national security and data protection within the surveillance sector. It marks a step-change in India's approach to security -- characterized by trust and quality. With the STQC's ER IoTSCS norms coming into effect, the market has closed its doors to non-compliant surveillance cameras. Sparsh's early achievement and broad certification position it as a leading and reliable partner for organizations seeking compliant and high-quality security solutions in India. About Sparsh CCTV Established in 2002, Sparsh is a leading Indian manufacturer specializing in advanced CCTV cameras and electronic security solutions. Committed to innovation and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat', Sparsh designs, develops, and manufactures a wide range of high-quality, secure surveillance products, now validated by its early and comprehensive STQC certification. Sparsh is a pioneer and leader in manufacturing Electronic Video Surveillance equipment in India. It revolutionized the Indian security market by being India's first company to manufacture CCTV cameras in India in 2008 and now having global footprints. Sparsh has been an innovator in the Video Surveillance domain, developing and manufacturing a complete range of Video Surveillance products and solutions. Sparsh is expanding its manufacturing to 10x in next 3 years with fully integrated manufacturing facility coming up in Electronics manufacturing cluster in Kashipur, Uttarakhand, one of the largest globally. Currently, Sparsh products are available in over 10 countries, and the company has a sister concern in the USA. Additionally, Sparsh has a strong presence in more than 150 cities across India, boasting 29 sales offices and 13 service centers. Photo:
Business Upturn
25-04-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Sparsh CCTV leads the way as India mandates STQC certification for all CCTV products
From April 9, 2025 , the government barred non-STQC-compliant CCTV brands from selling in India NEW DELHI , April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sparsh, a pioneering Indian manufacturer of CCTV cameras and electronic security solutions, today announced its continued leadership in the Indian market by being the first Indian firm to achieve STQC (Standardization Testing and Quality Certification) for the most extensive range of its CCTV products, following the enforcement of government regulations on April 9, 2025 , which now mandate STQC certification for all IP CCTV cameras sold in India . This significant achievement underscores Sparsh's early commitment to quality, security, and the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative. While the new regulations now require all CCTV cameras to be STQC certified for legal sale, Sparsh's proactive approach has positioned it as the first to offer the broadest portfolio of certified solutions, ensuring its partners and customers face no disruption. 'Sparsh is proud to have been the first CCTV manufacturer in the world to achieve the prestigious STQC certification for such a comprehensive spectrum of our product portfolio,' said Mr. Sanjeev Sehgal , Managing Director, Sparsh CCTV. 'This early certification reflects our dedication to indigenous design, rigorous manufacturing, and providing secure, high-quality surveillance solutions that meet the highest national standards. As the industry adapts to these crucial new regulations, Sparsh offers the widest array of certified products readily available to the Indian market.' Sparsh's achievement of securing STQC certification for the broadest range of its CCTV products ensures that businesses, government entities and individuals can confidently choose Sparsh for their security needs, knowing they are deploying compliant and reliable systems from a pioneering Indian manufacturer. This extensive certification includes a wide selection of IP cameras for different applications and segments. This is particularly crucial in today's new regulatory landscape, where cameras with old certification are no longer eligible for sale—whether to corporate clients, government or retail customers. Key Highlights: Mandatory Regulation in Effect: As of April 9, 2025 , all CCTV cameras sold in India must be STQC certified. Sparsh CCTV First to Achieve Broadest Certification: Sparsh was the first CCTV manufacturer in the world to secure STQC certification for the most extensive range of its product portfolio. Ensuring Continued Availability: Sparsh's early certification ensures the uninterrupted availability of a wide range of compliant CCTV solutions. Commitment to National Standards: This achievement highlights Sparsh's dedication to meeting and exceeding the stringent security and quality standards set by the Indian government. 'Made in India ' Leadership: Sparsh's indigenous manufacturing capabilities have been instrumental in its ability to achieve this significant milestone. This regulatory change emphasizes the Indian government's commitment to strengthening national security and data protection within the surveillance sector. It marks a step-change in India's approach to security — characterized by trust and quality. With the STQC's ER IoTSCS norms coming into effect, the market has closed its doors to non-compliant surveillance cameras. Sparsh's early achievement and broad certification position it as a leading and reliable partner for organizations seeking compliant and high-quality security solutions in India . About Sparsh CCTV Established in 2002, Sparsh is a leading Indian manufacturer specializing in advanced CCTV cameras and electronic security solutions. Committed to innovation and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat', Sparsh designs, develops, and manufactures a wide range of high-quality, secure surveillance products, now validated by its early and comprehensive STQC certification. Sparsh is a pioneer and leader in manufacturing Electronic Video Surveillance equipment in India . It revolutionized the Indian security market by being India's first company to manufacture CCTV cameras in India in 2008 and now having global footprints. Sparsh has been an innovator in the Video Surveillance domain, developing and manufacturing a complete range of Video Surveillance products and solutions. Sparsh is expanding its manufacturing to 10x in next 3 years with fully integrated manufacturing facility coming up in Electronics manufacturing cluster in Kashipur, Uttarakhand, one of the largest globally. Currently, Sparsh products are available in over 10 countries, and the company has a sister concern in the USA . Additionally, Sparsh has a strong presence in more than 150 cities across India , boasting 29 sales offices and 13 service centers. Photo: View original content to download multimedia: Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PR Newswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
