Punjab extends ban on outdoor drones for 30 days, extends Section 144

The Punjab government has prolonged the execution of Section 144 across the state while a blanket ban on flying outdoor drones remained in place due to security concerns.

The Punjab Home Department said that the limitation on outdoor drone activities under Section 144 has been extended for another 30 days. The decision was decided in view of prevailing security threats and public safety concerns.”

The province administration said drones will still be banned in open spaces, but tiny drones will be allowed in a restricted manner during indoor events in halls and marquees. The organisers of such indoor events would be responsible for the safe usage of drones.

The prohibition has been exempted by the intelligence agencies and law enforcement institutions.

The prohibition was enforced by the Punjab Home Secretary under Section 144(6) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898.

A representative of the Home Department said that ensuring public safety, maintaining law and order and protecting property continue to be the primary priorities of the administration. All authorities and police in Punjab have been asked to strictly enforce the orders.

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