Kolkata: The West Bengal Police plans to establish an AI cell in the police department to enhance efficiency, transparency and service quality.
As per an order issued by Rajeev Kumar, DGP, West Bengal Police, an officer of the rank of Additional Director General (ADG) will.be appointed as Chairman of this AI cell.
This officer will be responsible for all policy decisions of the cell, which will function operationally under his supervision.
The cell will also include as a member one officer of IG, DIG or SP rank. Their duties will involve coordination, documentation and following up on the progress of work.
Additionally, two technical experts will be appointed to the cell as AI specialists. They will provide necessary advice and technical evaluation support for the use of AI.
The AI cell may engage additional experts and resource persons to strengthen and advance its activities. The AI Cell will operate under the administrative control of the state DGP.
The cell will hold meetings at least once every two weeks or as required to review progress and approve new initiatives.
A comprehensive progress and activity report will be submitted to the appropriate authority every six months.
The office of the AI cell will be located at the West Bengal Police Headquarters at Bhawani Bhawan.
The police department will provide all administrative, technical and financial support necessary for the functioning of the AI cell. It will be responsible for formulating and updating the AI strategy and framework of the police organisation.
This will range from policy formulation to strategic development. It will also recommend policies for the ethical, transparent and accountable use of AI.
Furthermore, the cell will identify processes and services suitable for AI-based implementation to improve efficiency, accuracy and decision-making capabilities.
It will coordinate with all branches of the West Bengal Police to design, develop and deploy pilot AI projects. To enhance capability and awareness within the department, it will organise training programs, seminars and workshops to improve AI literacy among officers and staff.
The Police Directorate has also directed that connections be established with academic institutions, industry partners, startups and government bodies working in the AI domain to promote research, collaboration and partnerships.
Finally, using AI technology for data management and security, the Directorate has ordered the creation and implementation of data safety guidelines to ensure privacy protection, cybersecurity and compliance with government standards.
