Archive · 24 May 2025
Puri Temple to Get Anti-Drone Tech to Boost Security
Imagine the Jagannath Temple is like a special playground.
To keep it safe, the government wants to stop drones from flying around without permission.
They plan to install special technology that can spot and stop these drones, much like a shield.
This is because some people have been flying drones near the temple without permission, which could be unsafe.
Temple officials and the police are working together to make sure everything is secure.
The goal is to protect the temple from potential dangers and ensure everyone's privacy.
The Odisha government plans to install anti-drone technology at the Jagannath Temple in Puri.
This decision follows instances of unauthorized drone use, including by a travel vlogger.
The anti-drone system will identify, monitor, and disable drones in the temple's no-fly zone.
Concerns were raised by temple servitors regarding security protocols.
The police have recorded several cases of unauthorized drone use near the temple in the past.
- Who
- The Odisha government, Shree Jagannath Temple Administration, and police are involved.
- What
- The government plans to install anti-drone technology.
- When
- Announced after a travel vlogger was found using a drone near the temple.
- Where
- Puri, Odisha, at the Jagannath Temple.
- Why
- To enhance security and prevent unauthorized drone use.
- Location
- Puri, Odisha
- Affected Site
- Jagannath Temple
- Proposed Solution
- Anti-drone technology
- Problem
- Unauthorised drone usage
- Area Designation
- No-fly zone