Surveillance tech in India's Corbett Park is misused to intimidate and surveil women, study finds.

Surveillance technology in Corbett National Park, India, intended for wildlife conservation, is being misused by local officials and men to intimidate and surveil women without consent. Researchers found that drones and cameras are being used to scare women out of the forest, limiting their access to natural resources and potentially increasing their risk of dangerous wildlife encounters. The study highlights the need for conservation efforts to ensure technology does not violate privacy or harm local communities.

November 28, 2024
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