Redefining building safety post pandemic


The pandemic has redefined how we think of safety. Prior to COVID-19, any mention of building safety and security would conjure up images of tall fencing, limited entry points, frisking and so on. Today, invisible germs that live on surfaces are seen to be a bigger threat. Consequently, the strongest protection mechanism for a structure comprises technologies that allow people to enter and exit, and use the utilities sans touch.

“Touchless technology is the foremost defence to ensure the safety of residential and commercial real-estate occupants,” avers Shabbir Kanchwala, Senior Vice President, K Raheja.

“At CapitaLand India, since the very early stages of the pandemic, providing a safe and secure environment to tenants and employees...

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