International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET)
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SAHAAY: A Virtual Police Station for Comprehensive Public Safety and Real-time Patrolling Vehicle Response Shabaz Mallick1 , Saurav Singh2 , Zubair Mallik3 , Shibayan Bhattacharjee4 , Dr. Kiran Babu TS5 1,2,3,4Dept. Computer Science Engineering MVJ College Of Engineering Bangalore, India
4Head of Department, Dept. of Computer Science Engineering MVJ College Of Engineering Bangalore, India
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Abstract - SAHAAY is an advanced Virtual Police Station
much quicker case processing and better resource management, which is crucial in an age where digital and cybercrimes are on the rise[3]. Despite technological advancements in numerous sectors, policing operations in India still largely rely on manual processes, causing delays, challenges related to jurisdiction, and a lack of transparency. Current initiatives, like the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems (CCTNS), have sought to unify police information nationally; however, they frequently lack the real-time emergency response capabilities necessary for effectively managing urgent situations.
system designed to enhance Public Safety by digitizing law enforcement operations through Digital FIR management and Real-time Emergency Response. Implemented as an Android Application, it integrates Aadhaar Authentication, Geolocation, AI-driven dispatching, and Google Maps API for Real-Time Navigation to streamline police procedures. The Digital FIR Platform enables users to file FIRs online, track case progress, receive updates, and follow legal proceedings while allowing authorities to monitor cases for transparency and efficiency. Additionally, it facilitates service requests such as public event permissions and passport verifications, decreasing the need for physical visits to police stations. The SOS System utilizes AI-driven dispatching to allocate the nearest Patrolling Vehicles when a distress signal is triggered, ensuring rapid response and effective incident management. Secure Cloud Storage backs the system, maintaining encrypted logs of FIR actions and emergency responses while providing a centralized police dashboard for real-time monitoring and decision-making. By integrating cutting-edge technologies, SAHAAY modernizes law enforcement, making policing more efficient, transparent, and accessible to the public.
SAHAAY addresses these shortcomings by introducing a Virtual Police Station that merges Digital FIR management with an AI-driven SOS feature for immediate emergency response. Functioning as an Android Application, SAHAAY allows individuals to file FIRs online, monitor case developments, and navigate legal proceedings without needing to visit a police station. It includes Aadhaar Authentication to enhance accountability and deter false reporting. In contrast to traditional emergency alert systems that only relay the user’s location to saved contacts, SAHAAY’s SOS function dynamically sends the closest available Patrolling Vehicle, prioritizing responses within a 1-3 km radius using AI-driven dispatching and Google Maps API for real-time navigation. If no vehicles are accessible within that range, the search radius incrementally widens to ensure optimal response times. Emergency alerts are sent to patrolling units, the nearest police station, and chosen contacts, ensuring quick intervention while maintaining discreet communication with victims. The Secure Cloud Storage infrastructure preserves encrypted records of FIRs and emergency incidents, allowing for smooth case tracking and integration with judicial processes.
Key words: Virtual Police Station, Digital FIR, Public Safety, Real-time Emergency Response, Patrolling Vehicles, Android Application, SOS System, Geolocation, Law Enforcement Digitalization, AI-Driven Dispatching, Google Maps API for Real-Time Navigation, Secure Cloud Storage
1. INTRODUCTION The rising number of incidents that necessitate immediate police action highlights the critical requirement for updating law enforcement practices. A report from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) of India indicates that registered crimes increased by 28% from 2019 to 2020[1], revealing inefficiencies in the conventional penand-paper methods of policing. For instance, the IBM Institute for Business Value (2023) illustrates that new technologies not only speed up response times but also improve operational effectiveness by consolidating realtime data across various platforms, allowing law enforcement agencies to tackle rising crime more efficiently[2]. Likewise, Thomson Reuters (2023) states that the digital transformation within policing results in
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By connecting digital FIR submissions with immediate law enforcement action, SAHAAY revolutionizes policing, boosts public confidence, and enhances crime response efficacy. This paper covers the literature review, methodology, system architecture, and implementation specifics of SAHAAY, assessing its potential effects on transforming public safety and digital law enforcement in India.
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