Pan-India CCTV Audit Launched After Pakistan Spy Ring Bust Exposes Vulnerabilities

• A nationwide audit of CCTV networks in major cities like Delhi and Mumbai has been initiated following the unearthing of a Pakistan-linked spy ring by Ghaziabad Police.
• The spy ring exploited existing cameras and installed its own covert, solar-powered units at sensitive locations like Delhi Cantonment and Sonipat Railway Stations, relaying live footage to ISI-linked handlers.
• Central agencies have directed all law enforcement to immediately review every camera installation, physically verify units, identify unauthorized devices, and assess access controls.
• The audit will cover sensitive zones, arterial routes, and strategic corridors to ensure no camera operates without the knowledge and oversight of security authorities.
• The Ghaziabad Police bust revealed a network involving minors and women, coordinated by a handler with direct ISI links, highlighting the critical need for standardized surveillance protocols.