Jodhpur Bans Drones Without Permission Ahead of Republic Day; Violators Face Jail

• Jodhpur Police Commissioner Omprakash has banned drones and flying objects in the Commissionerate area for Republic Day 2026 security and VIP visits.
• The order, issued under Section 163 of the 'Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita 2023', requires prior written permission for any drone operation.
• The ban is effective immediately and will remain in force until January 31, 2026, to prevent threats from anti-social elements.
• Violators will face strict legal action under Section 223 of the 'Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023' and other provisions.
• Citizens, event organizers, and videographers are urged to cooperate and report suspicious activities to the police.

Why It Matters: Jodhpur imposes a strict drone ban until January 31 for Republic Day security; unauthorized use leads to jail.