The introduction of wireless communication transformed not only police operations but also the sensory experience of urban life. The sound of sirens, the sight of antenna-equipped vehicles, and the knowledge that police could be summoned instantly altered how citizens perceived authority.
Tehran became a city where the state could hear, see, and respond in real time. This omnipresence fostered both a sense of security and an atmosphere of control.
Psychological Impact
For many residents, radio-equipped police cars symbolized progress and safety. For others, especially political dissidents and marginalized groups, they represented surveillance and coercion. Either way, the message was clear: the state was now faster, stronger, and technologically empowered.
