Ahead of Independence Day, Delhi Police digitised 14,000 households, shops and offices along the Red Fort parade route using the eParikshan mobile app. The data will be handed to the Special Branch for criminal‑background verification.

Key Takeaways

  • eParikshan app mapped 14,000 premises along the Red Fort route
  • Information will be cross‑checked for criminal antecedents
  • App works offline, captures GPS coordinates and real‑time photos

To bolster security for Independence Day celebrations, Delhi Police deployed the eParikshan application to digitally catalogue every house, shop and office flanking the parade corridor from Tilak Marg to Netaji Subhash Marg. Senior officials say the initiative will help spot any individuals with a criminal past before VIP movements.

During field visits, officers assign a unique Premises Identification Number to each address and record resident details – name, date of birth, father’s name, Aadhaar, mobile number, occupation, employer, and a photograph. The system also logs domestic helpers and employees occupying the premises.

The app captures GPS coordinates, time‑stamp, on‑site photographs and officer remarks. It functions offline and synchronises with a central server once internet connectivity is restored, replacing paper logs with a searchable digital database for future investigations.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that digitising premises data not only accelerates background checks during high‑profile events but also creates a lasting intelligence asset for future investigations, reducing reliance on manual paperwork.

"Digital premises surveys enable rapid identification of potential threats, dramatically enhancing security for mass gatherings," says security analyst Priya Mehta.
Did You Know?: The eParikshan app was first piloted during the 2024 Independence Day celebrations and has since been expanded to multiple districts.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Is the data collected by eParikshan publicly accessible? No, the information is stored securely and shared only with the Special Branch and authorized security agencies.
  2. Will the app be used beyond Independence Day? Yes, the survey will continue post‑holiday, with plans to extend its use to the Central district as well.