Be wary of CCTVs as you go out for trips during Onam vacations

When you leave your residence during Onam, there is no need to worry about the security of the house if there is a CCTV in the house and its control is there on the mobile phone. Through this, you can ensure safety by monitoring the house and surroundings from time to time. If you have the phone number of the nearest police station and friends, you can inform them if you see anything unusual.

But those who go out for tour during Onam, be aware that the CCTV cameras in the places you visit might be able to disturb our peace for the rest of our lives.

Cameras in hotels could be used to abuse our privacy and blackmail us. Don't think you are safe after entering your room. You cannot be sure of that in the age of CCTV cameras. Don't forget that sometimes there might be a camera on the wall in the room to monitor everything.

These are reports of hidden cameras in massage parlours and even public toilets. Even star hotels can't be excluded from the blacklist. That means anyone can always fall into this trap. Apart from mobile cameras, there are hundreds of thousands of these hidden cameras on the market that can be attached to screws and bulbs. Finding out all this is not an easy task. Be careful even in places where you are sure there is no danger.

No definite law

There are currently no laws in our country that specifically state where CCTV can or cannot be installed. The indiscriminate use of CCTV in public spaces is a matter of debate as there is a strong link between CCTV and privacy.

There were complaints about cameras placed in front of one's own house taking footage up to the verandah of the next house. But the rules are very complicated in all these matters. Problems arise where our privacy is adversely affected. The fact is that if you complain to the police, there is no law other than to remove the camera.

Although there is no specific rule, it is generally recommended that wherever surveillance cameras are fitted, warning signs such as 'you are under surveillance' should be posted. It is not only aimed at deterring criminals from committing crimes. Rather, it is to avoid privacy violations that occur under the false impression that no one is watching.

Hidden cameras

Normally, when we enter a hotel room, we look to see if there is a CCTV camera. But cameras that we are not familiar with can be used to film and abuse our privacy. These are some of them.

Bulb camera

It is an advanced camera that looks just like a regular light bulb and can see and record things even in the dark. It also has a system for the person on the other side to control things using a remote control. The images obtained in this will be obtained with high definition quality. It can be misused in various ways.

Pen camera

The cameras attached to the tip of the pen are not immediately recognizable. One of the three or four pens placed on a penstand or small cup in the room could have a camera that captures everything. Such cameras will even record what is said.

Button camera

It is a type of camera that can be inserted into the button hole of a shirt. It belongs to the first generation of hidden cameras. It can be easily attached to flower pots and the ends of curtains.

Table clock camera

Although the table clock may look harmless, there are clocks with cameras. This can also be controlled by remote control.

Key chain camera

It is a camera in the form of a keychain. It is not immediately recognizable. There are cameras that last for hours on a full charge.

Two ways to detect hidden cameras

There are a few ways to protect against hidden cameras.

1. Wireless camera detector

These can be purchased online or from electronic stores. These can be used to find a camera hidden inside a room.

2. Cell phone can be used

Don't you hear a humming sound on the phone when you talk near the speakers? The same technique is applicable here. A strong electromagnetic field will be seen where the camera is. A similar sound can be heard when talking on the phone near to a camera.