Indian schools expand CCTV coverage

Muscat: All Indian schools in Oman are fully equipped with CCTV systems, with additional cameras currently being installed to eliminate blind spots and ensure comprehensive surveillance across campuses.

Syed Salman, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Indian Schools in Oman, confirmed to Times of Oman that the schools are already aligned with the latest advisory issued by India’s Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), which mandates CCTV coverage to protect the physical and emotional safety of students.

“We’ve had operational CCTV networks across all our schools since the inception of respective schools,” Salman said.

“Now, we are in the process of further strengthening coverage by installing cameras in blind spots. A dedicated budget had been set aside to ensure these upgrades are carried out efficiently.”

The CBSE advisory, issued earlier this week, requires affiliated schools to have surveillance in classrooms, corridors, entry and exit points, and other sensitive areas. It also stresses the importance of maintaining footage for at least 30 days and enabling real-time monitoring, particularly during school hours and examinations.

Salman noted that Indian schools in Oman have already implemented these practices and continue to invest in infrastructure upgrades to stay ahead of safety requirements. “Our systems are not only in place but are actively monitored and periodically reviewed to ensure effectiveness,” he said. “Safety is a shared responsibility — and a top priority.”

With over 45,000 students enrolled across 22 Indian schools in the Sultanate, the move has been welcomed by both parents and educators as a timely step toward creating a secure learning 
environment.