Pindi bans bird, drone activities near airports
The Rawalpindi Deputy Commissioner on Thursday imposed a ban within a five-kilometer radius of Islamabad International Airport and both military airbases — Nur Khan (Chaklala) Airbase and Qasim Airbase -— due to the potential risk of bird strikes with aircraft.
The restrictions include pigeon flying, keeping pigeons in large cages, kite flying, and the operation of all types of drones. Additionally, the disposal of garbage and animal remains (especially from sacrificial animals) in and around airport premises and aircraft landing/takeoff zones has also been prohibited.
Violations of these orders will result in legal action and arrests.
The decision was made during a meeting chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner General Ehsan Tariq who ordered immediate enforcement of the ban. All relevant authorities were instructed to initiate inspection and monitoring operations to ensure strict compliance.
The meeting also reviewed cleanliness measures around the airports during Eidul Azha, specifically in areas such as Khurram Colony, Sadiqabad, Koral Chowk, Dhok Hafiz, and Chah Sultan. Concerned departments were issued directives to maintain hygiene and proper waste management in these areas.
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