UP Police showcases smart policing technology at UPITS 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Police’s high-tech stall at the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS)-2026 has attracted more than 15,000 visitors over the past three days, with domestic and foreign visitors showing interest in its policing technologies and equipment, according to an official statement on Sunday.

The stall in Hall No. 4 features information and equipment related to cybercrime prevention, road safety, surveillance and emergency response systems.

One of the main attractions has been the cyber help desk, where police personnel explained to students and other visitors how online frauds, including so-called “digital arrest” scams, are carried out and how people can avoid them.

Visitors also sought information about frauds taking place through Telegram and other online platforms. Police personnel explained the use of the “U-Feed” machine, which, according to the statement, can extract data from mobile phones of suspected criminals and help investigators trace fraudsters.

A breath analyser equipped with a camera and a speed radar gun also attracted attention from young visitors. DG Dial 112 Vinod Kumar Singh said cameras had been added to breath analysers since 2023 to record the testing process and address disputes over the results.

“Body-worn cameras and mobile data terminals displayed at the stall also drew interest, with visitors being shown how such equipment can assist police personnel in monitoring activities and accessing information in real time,” the statement said.

The stall also features equipment used by the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and Special Task Force (STF), including sniper rifles, close-quarter battle equipment, tactical communication systems and bomb disposal equipment.

Singh said the UP Police also has a Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)-manufactured rocket launcher with a range of up to two kilometres, according to the statement.

A firefighting robot and a rescue robot are among the other equipment displayed at the stall. They are designed for use in locations that may be difficult or unsafe for police personnel to reach.

The official statement quoted a student, Amit, as saying visitors were getting an opportunity to see police technology and equipment from close quarters.

“Our UP Police is now not limited to preventing crime, but is also ahead in every aspect of technology and security,” he said.

The statement said the UP Police’s modernisation efforts over the past nine years have included connecting police stations with modern technology, setting up specialised cybercrime units and expanding CCTV networks, information technology systems and forensic capabilities.

It also highlighted initiatives including the 1090 Women Power Line, Pink Booths and Mission Shakti for women’s safety.

According to the statement, the UPITS 2026 stall was designed to familiarise visitors with the technology, equipment and systems used by the state police.

It said participation by visitors from different states and abroad reflected their interest in understanding the functioning of the police and its technological capabilities.