The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's (AMC) directive requiring CCTV cameras at large construction sites to monitor dust emissions has stalled due to builders' privacy concerns. As part of AMC's 'Good Construction Practices' initiative to curb air pollution, sites over 10,000 square meters were mandated to install at least four cameras with a 20-meter range and one month of backup storage. Builders, however, argue that live surveillance infringes on privacy, leading many to resist full compliance. While some have installed cameras at entry and exit points, the AMC has faced difficulties enforcing the live feed requirement. The situation highlights the challenge of balancing environmental regulations with privacy rights in the construction sector.
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's (AMC) directive for builders to install CCTV cameras at large construction sites to monitor dust emissions has stalled due to builders' privacy concerns. Under the 'Good Construction Practices' initiative, sites over 10,000 square meters must have CCTV cameras and air quality sensors. While the guidelines call for at least four cameras with a 20-meter range and one month of backup storage, builders argue that live feeds infringe on individual privacy. As a result, the AMC has faced challenges in enforcing this requirement.
The civic body's directive requiring builders to install CCTV cameras at large construction sites for monitoring dust emissions has hit a deadlock, as builders express concerns over privacy issues.
Under the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's (AMC) 'Good Construction Practices' initiative aimed at reducing air pollution, construction sites exceeding 10,000 square meters were mandated to install CCTV cameras and air quality sensors. The guidelines specified that cameras with a 20-meter range should be installed-at least four per site-to provide comprehensive coverage, along with one month of backup storage.
Builders contend that offering live feeds constitutes a breach of privacy, as it would enable the monitoring of individuals on-site. A senior AMC official, who requested to remain anonymous, noted that while some builders have installed cameras at entry and exit points, many have resisted providing live surveillance. Consequently, the civic body has not strictly enforced the requirement for live feeds, and implementation has been challenging due to these privacy concerns.
The deadlock highlights the need for a balanced approach that addresses air quality monitoring while respecting privacy rights, underscoring the complexities of regulatory enforcement in the construction industry.
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