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Time of India

Dibrugarh imposes ban on drone use ban during CM's four-day visit

1 2 3 4 5 6 Dibrugarh: Dibrugarh district administration has imposed a comprehensive ban on flying unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and drones across four strategic locations during CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's four-day official visit to the district, which commenced on Tuesday. Additional DM Biraj Boruah issued the prohibition order on Monday, restricting drone operations within a one-kilometre radius of Assam Medical College & Hospital, Naharkatia HS School Field, CM's secretariat in Dibrugarh, and Dibrugarh University from 6 am on July 22 to 6 pm on July 24. The order, issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023, cites public safety and security concerns as the primary reason for the temporary restriction. "It has been brought to the notice of the undersigned that the use of UAVs, commonly known as drones, poses a potential threat to public safety, security and law and order," the order said. While the directive does not explicitly mention the CM's visit as the reason for the ban, the timing coincides with Sarma's scheduled activities across the four restricted locations. The CM is scheduled to lay foundation stones at multiple venues and participate in several high-level meetings at the CM's Secretariat during his stay. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas Prices In Dubai Might Be More Affordable Than You Think Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Quote Undo "Circumstances exist which necessitate immediate preventive measures to avoid disturbance to public tranquility and safety of life and property," the order mentioned. The prohibition covers all types of drones, including commercial and recreational UAVs, with violators facing penal action under Section 223 of the BNSS 2023 and other relevant legal provisions. However, the order provides exemptions for govt agencies, law enforcement authorities, and emergency services, provided they obtain prior permission from the Additional DM or authorised officers. CM Sarma arrived in Dibrugarh on Tuesday and immediately proceeded to the CM's Secretariat, marking the beginning of his extensive itinerary in the district. His visit includes multiple foundation stone laying ceremonies and administrative meetings aimed at accelerating development projects in the upper Assam districts.