CHANDIGARH, DEC 18: Citing growing security risks and the misuse of drones by anti-national elements, the Chandigarh administration has barred all drone and UAV operations across the city for two days ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s visit.
District Magistrate Nishant Kumar Yadav invoked powers under the Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, to enforce the ban on Dec. 19 and 20, declaring the entire Union Territory a no-flying zone for unmanned aerial platforms.
“The decision has been taken in view of recent trends of terrorist activities involving drones fitted with improvised explosive devices,” the administration said, adding that the restriction is necessary to maintain public order and safety.
Authorities clarified that the prohibition will not apply to official agencies engaged in security duties, including police, paramilitary forces, the Indian Air Force and the Special Protection Group.
The administration warned that anyone found violating the order would face action under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, along with other applicable laws.
Officials said the temporary restriction is part of standard security arrangements during high-profile visits and urged residents to cooperate with enforcement agencies.
