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New Delhi: As part of its enhanced security arrangements for this year’s Republic Day parade, the Delhi Police will deploy Artificial Intelligence (AI)–enabled smart glasses for the day. These glasses are equipped with an integrated facial recognition system (FRS) and thermal imaging technology.

These glasses are manufactured by an Indian company

According to news agency PTI, these smart glasses have been manufactured by an Indian company. The glasses will be linked in real-time to the police database of criminals and proclaimed offenders. The step will allow police personnel on the ground to identify suspected individuals in crowded places.

These glasses will also connect to mobile phones used by police officers. It will be done to give them access to the criminal database accessible through the system, said Additional Commissioner of Police (New Delhi) Devesh Kumar Mahla while speaking to the agency.

“The glasses are connected to the mobile phones of the officers, and the mobile phones will carry the full database of criminals. If someone appears in a green box, it clearly indicates that the person has no criminal involvement. If the box turns red, it means the person has a criminal record. The officer can quickly verify all details, and if needed, the person will be apprehended immediately,” he added.

Glasses will help in scanning faces

Mahla further pointed out that these smart glasses can also help in scanning faces within seconds. These can also help the police to match suspects with records stored in the central database. There will be no requirement for physical checks or stopping people, which will ensure a smooth movement in crowded areas during the parade.

Apart from this, these glasses will be equipped with thermal imaging technology. This will help police to identify individuals carrying metal objects or concealed weapons. It adds an extra layer of security. “This technology will significantly strengthen spot identification and reduce dependence on manual checking. The thermal imaging feature will assist officers in identifying suspicious objects or weapons that may not be visible to the naked eye,” the officer added.

He further said, “Suppose we have a photograph of a criminal taken 20 years ago. The powerful AI can match that old image and generate a proper match if the person is present. Changing looks will not work in front of these AI-powered smart glasses.”