AI Surveillance to Safeguard Devotees at Sahidnagar Puja Mandap

Bhubaneswar, Sept 28: In a pioneering move to enhance public safety during Durga Puja celebrations, the Sahidnagar Puja Committee has introduced AI-powered surveillance cameras at its mandap.

This marks a significant technological leap as the committee celebrates its 48th year of organising the festival.

The AI cameras are designed to monitor crowd movement, detect suspicious behaviour, and help prevent thefts and robberies—ensuring a secure environment for thousands of devotees and visitors.

This initiative reflects a growing trend of integrating smart technology into public events to bolster security and crowd management.

Each year, the Sahidnagar Puja Mandap adopts a unique theme, and this year’s concept—centred around peace and vigilance—includes a symbolic representation of India’s commitment to harmony, even in the face of conflict.

The use of AI surveillance aligns with this theme, reinforcing the message that peace is best preserved through preparedness.

Local authorities and festival organisers hope this tech-forward approach will set a precedent for other mandaps across Odisha and beyond.