Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Delhi Bans Drones, Balloons for Independence Day Security
Delhi Police said that from August 2 to August 16, 2026, no one can fly drones, hot air balloons, or other small planes in the city.
They want to keep everyone safe for Independence Day.
The order was made by Commissioner Anurag Kumar and follows a law that lets the police stop dangerous people from using these flying machines.
If someone breaks the rule, they can be punished.
Also, the guard ceremony at the President’s house was cancelled on August 1 and 8 because of practice for the big Independence Day event.
Delhi Police banned drones, UAVs, hot air balloons, and other aerial platforms from Aug 2 to Aug 16, 2026.
The ban was issued by Commissioner Anurag Kumar under Section 163 of BNSS 2023.
Restrictions aim to prevent threats from criminals, terrorists, or anti-social elements using aerial platforms.
Violations are punishable under Section 223 of BNS 2023.
The Change of Guard ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan was cancelled on Aug 1 and 8 due to rehearsals.
- Who
- Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar
- What
- banned drones, UAVs, hot air balloons and other aerial platforms
- When
- August 2-16, 2026
- Where
- National Capital Territory of Delhi
- Why
- to prevent threats from criminals, terrorists or anti-social elements during Independence Day celebrations
- Ban Period
- August 2-16, 2026
- Authority
- Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar
- Legal Basis
- Section 163 BNSS 2023
- Penalties
- Section 223 BNS 2023
- Affected Platforms
- drones, UAVs, hot air balloons, paragliders, para-motors, hang-gliders, microlight aircraft, remotely piloted aircraft, quadcopters, para-jumping
