MUMBAI, Nov. 29 -- In a split verdict on its effectiveness, CCTVs with a mere two megapixel (MP) with a resolution of 1920x1080, meant to record and document incidents occurring on tracks such as accidents, cases of trespassing or technical failures, are being installed inside motormen's cabins. While the idea was mooted by western and central railways (WR and CR) last year, following the accident in Mumbra on June 9, the process was hastened. Both WR and CR have started installing the low resolution cameras facing the front of the motorman's cabin, as part of the crew voice and video recording system (CVVRS). It will capture live visuals, audio of the tracks and crew members during journeys - the primary goal being improving operational safety and efficiency by monitoring the track conditions in front and around the train. The anti-view of the move, say people aware of the move in the railways, stems from the possibility of poor output at night and during monsoons. "Sometime during night, under foggy conditions and rains, the camera's capability of capturing clear images may become a challenge. These cameras will provide only recording and no live feed," said a railway official. However, rail engineers who stand by the decision insist that 2 MP in a front camera is adequate "as CCTVs have better lens, resolution and other features compared to mobile phones with higher MP". Officials are also looking to include de-mist features to improve the quality of video captured. "These 2 MP infrared outdoor front cameras have sensors and can provide 25 images per second. The specifications include lightning protection and anti-high voltage power among other things," said an official. CR has installed the CVVRs with front cameras inside 151 of 322 motormen's cabins in local trains, while WR has installed them in 61 of 224 motormen's cabins. Each local train has two motor cabins - for the motorman at the front and the train manager at the rear. The installation is expected to be completed by the end of the year. "The cameras inside showing the motorman and the train manager will help ascertain if protocols are being followed in case of any untoward incident," an official said. The system will detect drowsiness or distraction among motormen, including unauthorised use of phones and trigger alerts in case of potential hazards. The cost of fitting the CVVRS in each motor cabin is over Rs.90,000. In the past, the railway unions had protested against installation of this system citing breach of privacy....