News Desk: The Government of Balochistan, through its Home Department, has imposed an immediate province-wide ban on the use, possession, and operation of drones, UAVs, quadcopters, camcopters, and all other remote-controlled aerial devices across Balochistan.
According to an official notification, the ban has been enforced due to serious security concerns, including the risk of surveillance, espionage, transportation of prohibited and explosive materials, spreading fear and panic, and disruption of law and order. The Home Department stated that the decision was essential to ensure public safety and protect sensitive installations, public gatherings, and the movement of important personalities and convoys.
The Additional Chief Secretary (Home) exercised powers under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898, to impose the restriction, which has come into effect immediately and will remain in force until further orders.
The notification directed the police and Frontier Corps to ensure strict implementation of the ban. Violators will face legal action under Section 188 of the Pakistan Penal Code and other applicable laws. Deputy Commissioners have been instructed to submit daily compliance reports to the Home Department.
The ban does not apply to authorized police, Frontier Corps, and other law enforcement agencies performing official duties.
