Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], Srinagar Police has issued orders declaring the city as a 'temporary red zone' for operation of drones and quadcopters.

This comes ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit starting from June 20 to participate in a yoga program in connection with the International Yoga Day.

In the June 18 order, Srinagar Police said, "As per the provisions of Rule 24(2) of the Drone Rules, 2021, Srinagar city has been declared a "temporary red zone" for operation of drones and quadcopters with immediate effect. "

The statement said that all unauthorized drone operations in the Red Zone are punishable as per relevant provisions of the Drone Rules, 2021.

It has been said that as a responsible citizen, your cooperation is expected in this regard.