West Bengal to Establish Artificial Intelligence (AI) Cell | 31 Oct 2025

Why in News? 

The West Bengal Police has announced the establishment of a dedicated Artificial Intelligence (AI) Cell aimed at integrating AI technologies into policing to enhance efficiency, transparency, service delivery, and data-driven decision-making. 

Key Points 

• About:  
  • The AI Cell has been created to promote the use of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies in improving police operations, investigations, and administrative efficiency. 
  • It will function as the central authority for all initiatives related to the introduction, integration, and management of AI within the police organization. 
  • The Cell will formulate ethical and transparent AI policies, ensuring responsible and accountable implementation of AI technologies. 
  • The initiative aligns with the government’s broader vision of modernising governance and public service through technology. 
• Location: The office headquarters will be located at Bhawani Bhawan, Kolkata. 
• Structure: The Additional Director General (ADG) will head the AI Cell as the overall policy decision-maker, assisted by an Inspector General (IG) serving as member secretary and two technical experts providing specialized support. 
• Mandate: The AI Cell will develop AI-based tools for predictive policing, traffic management, emergency response, and data security, while formulating data-handling guidelines to ensure privacy compliance, with full administrative, technical, and financial support from the Police Directorate.