The COVID-19 safety protocols have led to a need for changes in the attendance system at the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation offices. After strong opposition to the fingerprint identification system, the BMC introduced face recognition attendance at Nair Hospital as a pilot project. After successful implementation, now the system will be extended to other departments.

The BMC introduced the facial recognition system at Nair Hospital in August. Since then, around 3,000 employees have been recording their attendance without touching machines. After the successful implementation of the project, now 40 Linux-based, Aadhar verified facial biometric machines will be installed in D ward (Malabar Hill, Tardeo) office. An officer from D ward said, "The employees were asked to come with Aadhar card and the mobile number connected with Aadhar. The registration will be completed by November 24."