NGO abuse: CCTV clips of year to be scrutinised Police in Nagpur have announced plans to recover and analyze CCTV footage spanning a year from the office of Riyaz Fazil Qazi, the president of an NGO accused of sexual harassment, religious coercion, and defamation. The investigation, which includes a recent search of the premises, aims to gather evidence to corroborate allegations against Qazi and his sister organizations, which provide education to underprivileged children. The footage, covering July 2025 onwards, is expected to play a critical role in establishing a behavioral pattern linked to the accusations. Qazi, 48, was arrested late Saturday and remains in police custody until April 23. At least four women employees, including the 23-year-old HR and administration head, have accused him of summoning them to his cabin, disabling CCTV cameras, and making physical advances. The complainants also allege that Qazi coerced female staff to adopt Islamic practices such as offering namaz and observing roza, threatening them with adverse consequences if they refused. A survivor and her sister told police they resigned due to the hostile work environment and accused Qazi of operating a fake Instagram account to stalk and defame women staff. Senior police officials emphasized that the one-year CCTV footage, along with call records, digital evidence, and witness statements collected during the raid, will be vital in compiling a comprehensive case. Investigators face challenges in counseling survivors, many of whom are traumatized and hesitant to provide detailed accounts. To address this, police have deployed female officers to build trust and ensure confidentiality. The NGO, which claims to work for underprivileged children, has been operational for nearly 16 years.#nagpur #cctv #riyaz_fazil_qazi #ngo #maharashtra_anti_terrorism_squad
Hikvision and Dahua almost barred from selling in India as government refuses to certify made-in-China CCTVs, and what it means for Indian companies The Indian government’s refusal to certify Chinese-made CCTV systems from Hikvision and Dahua has sparked significant shifts in the security technology market, with far-reaching implications for both foreign and domestic players. This decision, which has effectively barred these two global leaders from operating in India, marks a pivotal moment in the country’s push for self-reliance in critical infrastructure and digital security. Analysts and industry insiders suggest that the move is part of a broader strategy to reduce dependency on foreign technology, particularly from China, and to bolster the capabilities of local manufacturers. The situation has been particularly challenging for Hikvision, once the dominant force in the Indian CCTV market. The company was denied certification for its massive factory, capable of producing two million cameras per month, which had been a cornerstone of its operations in the country. This setback forced Hikvision to pivot, exploring joint ventures with Indian partners to navigate the regulatory hurdles. Meanwhile, Dahua, which had previously held a significant market share, has seen its business contract by 80% in India. The company is now limited to selling analog cameras, a rapidly declining segment as the industry transitions to digital solutions. The shift away from Chinese suppliers has also created substantial cost pressures for brands operating in the Indian market. Analysts estimate that the bill of materials (BoM) for mid- and high-end CCTV systems has risen by 15–20%, primarily due to the higher costs of Taiwanese and U.S. chipsets compared to their Chinese counterparts.#india #make_in_india #hikvision #dahua #cctv
