Modi, Shah coming, Chandigarh declared ‘no flying zone’ from Dec 2 to 3

In view of the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah to the city, Chandigarh has been declared “no flying zone” from December 2 to 3.

An order by the Chandigarh Deputy Commissioner stated, “…movement of V.V.I.P. is scheduled to Chandigarh on 03.12.2024. So, in view of emerging threats due to recent trends of carrying out terrorist attacks by using drones fitted with improvised explosive device by anti-national elements and keeping in view of the security of V.V.I.Ps and general public, it becomes imperative to declare the area of U.T., Chandigarh as ‘no flying zone’ for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles.”

This order will not be applicable on law enforcement agencies, including police, para-military, Air Force, SPG personnel and persons authorised by competent government authority.

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It was also specified that this order shall come into force from zero hours on December 2 and will be effective up to and including December 3.

“Any breach of this order would invite action under Section 223 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and other relevant provisions of law,” the order added.