Punjab Initiates Anti-Drone Technology Trials Near Pakistan Border
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Synopsis
Punjab's government has trialed advanced anti-drone technology in Naushera Dhalla village to counter cross-border drug smuggling and narco-terrorism, marking a significant step in enhancing the state's defense strategies.
Key Takeaways
- Advanced anti-drone technology is being trialed in Punjab.
- The initiative aims to combat drug smuggling and narco-terrorism.
- Key government officials, including Aman Arora, attended the trial.
- Systems demonstrated include detection and neutralization capabilities.
- Punjab is enhancing its defense against cross-border threats.
Chandigarh, March 19 (NationPress) In an effort to tackle cross-border drug trafficking and narco-terrorism, the Punjab government on Wednesday executed a trial of sophisticated anti-drone technology in Naushera Dhalla village, situated close to the India-Pakistan border in Tarn Taran district.
This demonstration in the Sarai Amanat Khan area, which has been a hotbed for drone activity and cross-border smuggling for over two years, signifies an important advancement in enhancing Punjab’s defense capabilities, according to government officials.
The trial was attended by notable figures such as Cabinet Minister Aman Arora and Jails Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar, and follows previous demonstrations held in Mohali on March 4 and 5.
Speaking to the press during the trial, Arora stated that the event focused on evaluating state-of-the-art anti-drone systems aimed at countering the increasing threat from drone-assisted smuggling of weapons, explosives, and narcotics.
He stressed that the Bhagwant Singh Mann-led AAP government has been making significant efforts to combat the drug crisis, which has been neglected by prior administrations.
“For years, the drug trade has ruined innumerable lives in Punjab, while previous governments ignored the issue. Today, under Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s guidance, we are actively working to eliminate this menace from the state,” he added.
The anti-drone systems showcased by a private firm included detection, identification, and neutralization functionalities, forming part of a larger strategy to bolster Punjab’s secondary defense mechanisms.
These systems are anticipated to be crucial in thwarting illegal operations by targeting drones that infiltrate the border, a rising concern for law enforcement agencies.
The trial was conducted in real-world scenarios to evaluate the technology's efficiency in challenging border conditions.
Arora mentioned that although the primary duty of securing the international border rests with the Border Security Force (BSF), the state government has been proactively complementing these efforts.
