Bangkok starts Big Brother CCTV project

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Extracted from the Bangkok Post

 

At least 1,628 spy cameras are to be installed across Bangkok, as part of a security plan cobbled together after the New Year's Eve twin bombing waves that killed three people.

 

The city administration's plan to install security cameras at 1,628 locations across Bangkok is taking form. The move is part of measures to boost security following the New Year's Eve bombings in Bangkok and Nonthaburi.

 

Bangkok Governor Apirak Kosayodhin had invited suppliers of security camera systems, including Genius Co and True Corp, to give details of their devices before bidding opens, a source said.

 

Deputy Bangkok Governor Panich Vikitsreth said the first installation phase would cover 504 locations within 4-6 months. Priority would be given to risk spots such as pedestrian bridges, areas around Sanam Luang and BTS skytrain's Mor Chit station. The cost for the first phase is put at 66 million baht.

 

Ratthapol Meethanathavorn, deputy city clerk, said the BMA would propose that state and private agencies coordinate to avoid redundancy. It would soon raise the matter with the cabinet.

 

A source said the city wanted an advanced system which could link with other surveillance networks.