New Delhi, Aug 1, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
The Delhi Police has prohibited the operation of drones and a wide range of other aerial platforms across the national capital from August 2 to August 16 as part of enhanced security arrangements for the Independence Day celebrations.
The restrictions have been imposed through an order issued by Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023. The order will remain in force for 15 days, covering the period leading up to and immediately after Independence Day.
According to the order, the decision has been taken in view of potential security threats to the public, visiting dignitaries and vital installations. The police noted that anti-social elements or terrorist groups could attempt to use sub-conventional aerial platforms to disrupt public safety during the celebrations.
The ban covers drones, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), quadcopters, remotely piloted aircraft, paragliders, paramotors, hang gliders, microlight aircraft, small-sized powered aircraft, hot air balloons and para-jumping from aircraft within the jurisdiction of the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
The order states that the operation of these aerial platforms will not be permitted anywhere in Delhi during the notified period in view of the Independence Day celebrations.
Delhi Police has warned that any violation of the directive will attract action under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023.
Since the order affects a large section of the public, the Commissioner said it could not be served individually and has therefore been issued ex-parte. It will be widely publicised through the media and by displaying copies at police offices, police stations, tehsil offices and the offices of civic and government agencies, including the NDMC, MCD, PWD, DDA and the Delhi Cantonment Board.
Issued on July 31, the order comes into effect on August 2 and will remain operational until August 16, unless withdrawn earlier.
Security in the national capital is routinely strengthened ahead of Independence Day, with multiple agencies coordinating to safeguard citizens, dignitaries and key installations, particularly around the Red Fort, where the main national celebrations are held.
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