Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan has said that he stands firm on allegations about the Artificial Intelligence camera deal and has replied to the defamation notice served by Bengaluru-based SRIT India Private Limited, which rolled out AI-powered cameras in the State.
Speaking to the media here on Tuesday, Mr. Satheesan said the Chief Minister, who was silent on the issue, was trying to threaten him through the company. However, a reply has been given to the company saying that the allegations would not be withdrawn.
Mr. Satheesan said the Chief Minister should respond to the allegations, and not the CPI(M) State secretary. He said the tender amount for the project, which could be completed at a cost of ₹50 crore, had been raised to ₹151 crore, while ₹66 crore had been set aside for maintenance.