Govt. in process of installing anti-drone systems within 6 months to curb smuggling of narcotics: Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the government's plan to install anti-drone systems within six months to combat narcotics and weapons smuggling. He emphasized the importance of coordination between security forces, local authorities, and citizens for effective border security. Shah also highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen infrastructure and operational capabilities of the Border Security Force (BSF).
- ▪The government is installing anti-drone systems to curb smuggling through drones.
- ▪A four-point security grid involving various agencies is essential for comprehensive border security.
- ▪Meetings are being held with state governments to enhance coordination in border regions.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday (May 26, 2026) said that the government is in the process of installing anti-drone systems within the next six months as part of increased vigilance to curb the smuggling of narcotics and weapons through drones.However, he stressed that since drones land in the Indian territory, close coordination with the local police and civil administration is essential to identify those receiving such consignments and to neutralise the threats effectively.A multi-layered "four-point security grid" involving the Border Security Force (BSF), armed forces, the local administration and citizens is essential to ensure comprehensive border security, he added.
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