Mysuru: The Mysuru City Police have banned the operation of drones and other unmanned aerial devices within a 5-km radius of the COSMOS Planetarium ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the city tomorrow (Nov. 13).

City Police Commissioner Seema Latkar has issued the prohibitory order under Section 163 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, citing security concerns in view of the PM’s visit. Several VVIPs and dignitaries are also expected to attend the inauguration programme.

The restriction covers drones, balloons, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Restriction will remain in force on Nov. 13 until the programme ends.

The Police have stated that unmanned aerial devices could be used for surveillance or to carry explosives, posing a threat to the safety of the Prime Minister, other dignitaries and the public.

The restriction has been imposed as a precautionary measure to ensure security. The public has been advised not to operate aerial devices within the notified area during the period.