A dedicatory programme for the newly installed CCTV cameras and breath analysers was held today at the Control Room of the Wokha Police Station, marking a significant step towards strengthening road safety and enforcement mechanisms in the district.
Under the initiative of the Wokha District Road Safety Committee, five CCTV cameras are installed at strategic locations across Wokha town, including the Clock Tower, the traffic point below the Deputy Commissioner’s office, and Tsumang Lake. The control room for these cameras has been set up within the Wokha Police Station, from where surveillance footage will be monitored in real time. Plans are underway to expand the initiative in subsequent phases to ensure broader coverage.
This project is part of a wider effort to combat rising concerns such as drug peddling, substance abuse, and traffic violations in the district. Alongside the CCTV system, two sets of breath analysers have also been procured. These devices, capable of printing results instantly, will aid enforcement personnel in detecting and documenting cases of alcohol consumption among drivers and pedestrians suspected of intoxication.
The equipment was procured under the Road Safety initiative with financial support from the Transport Department, in collaboration with the District Administration, Police, and other departments under the committee.
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Speaking at the occasion, Deputy Commissioner Wokha, Vineet Kumar, IAS, commended the members of the District Road Safety Committee for their proactive approach. “This is a small beginning, but it has the potential to make a big impact. Enforcement is not only about action but deterrence. These tools will help strengthen the arms of our police and traffic personnel,” he stated. He also emphasised the importance of community cooperation, ownership of equipment, and sustained efforts to ensure the longevity and effective usage of these tools.
He added that the initiative should serve as a public message against illegal activities, particularly drunk driving, which not only endangers offenders but also innocent commuters. Kumar also shared that around eight convex mirrors have been installed at critical points around town to improve road visibility and reduce accidents.
Superintendent of Police, Wokha, M. Rhovisie Nyuwi, IPS, expressed his gratitude to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways for providing the essential equipment. He underscored that while technological tools are vital for traffic regulation, crime prevention, and public safety, human vigilance and dedication remain irreplaceable.
“We have not yet reached a stage where we can fully rely on gadgets alone,” SP Nyuwi remarked. “Our officers must continue to invest effort on the ground. These tools are aids, not replacements for hard work.” He further called for regular road deployments, proper maintenance of the systems, and increased public awareness on traffic rules and legal consequences.
The event was chaired by Nuhuta Tunyi, SDO (Civil), Wokha, and featured a brief project report presentation. A dedicatory prayer was led by Pastor Medo Naleo of Tenyimi Church, Wokha. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks and a reaffirmation of the district’s commitment to road safety, responsible civic behaviour, and collective enforcement.
