In a move to keep Monggar town and its surroundings clean and safe, the district administration has installed CCTV cameras to strengthen surveillance and deter unlawful activities. The system was handed over to the police yesterday for operation and monitoring.
Monggar town is expanding rapidly, bringing an increase in population and vehicles. Along with the growth, authorities say concerns over petty crime and waste management have also emerged.
To address these issues, the district administration has installed CCTV cameras at 32 strategic locations across the town and nearby areas.
Officials formally inaugurated the system and handed it over to the police to ensure round-the-clock monitoring.
Two police officers have received hands-on training to operate the system and carry out minor maintenance. They will monitor the feeds 24 hours a day.
Monggar Dzongrab Sangay Dawa said, “Our main objective is to curb unlawful activities in the district. This does not mean that we have a high crime rate. In fact, it is very low. Through this network, we plan to deter such unlawful activities. Secondly, we want to prevent people from littering in our town, so this facility will help us monitor waste management in the city.”
Residents say the cameras will improve safety and encourage responsible behaviour.
“It is primarily for the safety and security of all the residents. It will also help protect government and private properties as well. Moreover, when people know they are being monitored, they are more likely to use waste disposal bins correctly. It will make our town safer and cleaner,” said Rup Narayan Powdel, a resident of Monggar town.
The system was installed at a cost of nearly Nu 3 M. Authorities plan to add more cameras to expand coverage. Similar surveillance systems are also being planned for Gyalpoizhing and Kidekhar towns.
Namgay Wangchuk
