As of today, the Maharashtra State Police Complaints Authority (MSPCA) has recommended installing CCTV cameras inside police officers’ cabins to ensure transparency and accountability. This recommendation follows a complaint by advocate Vishal Pimpale, who alleged that the then Dhule district Superintendent of Police, Sanjay Barkund, misbehaved with him during a visit in December 2022. The MSPCA dismissed the complaint due to a lack of evidence, noting that the existing CCTV system in the SP’s cabin only provided live streaming without recording capabilities. The MSPCA emphasized the need for recording-capable CCTV systems in officer cabins to ensure transparency and accountability in such matters.

This development highlights ongoing efforts to enhance oversight within police stations. While some progress has been made, challenges remain in fully implementing these measures across all police stations.

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