Chennai, Nov 2 (IANS) In a major step toward improving surveillance and public safety, the Greater Chennai Police will install closed-circuit television (CCTV) and automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras at 45 key locations across north Chennai, it was announced on Sunday.

The move aims to curb vehicle thefts, monitor traffic violations, and strengthen law enforcement in crime-prone and high-traffic areas.

The initiative, part of the North Chennai Development Plan, will be implemented at a total cost of Rs 9.16 crore.

The cameras will be strategically placed in neighbourhoods including Vyasarpadi, Pulianthope, Flower Bazaar, Washermenpet, Basin Bridge, North Beach, Esplanade, Thiruvottiyur, and Sembium.

According to officials, 10 cameras will be installed in Flower Bazaar, 18

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