Karachi Administration Imposes Drone Ban Amidst Security Concerns
As part of heightened security measures, the city administration of Karachi has implemented a ban on the operation of camera drones for a duration of seven days. This prohibition, enacted under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), has been initiated upon the request of the police and will remain active until April 28th.
The ban was initiated following a series of concerning events, including a recent terrorist attack targeting foreign nationals within Karachi’s Landhi area, resulting in the deaths of two attackers and a private security guard.
Drone Ban Implemented for Security Reasons
In the wake of these incidents, Commissioner Karachi Division Syed Hassan Naqvi issued a notification highlighting a letter received from the Additional Inspector General of Police (AIGP). The letter emphasizes the existence of potential risks posed to critical infrastructure by adversarial elements or hostile agencies.
Additional Precautionary Measures
The Karachi Commissioner also imposed a ban on the usage of drone cameras within the District South region of the city on March 31st, citing threats to vital installations and the Chinese Consulate. To facilitate the visit of foreign dignitaries, including the Iranian President, the Sindh government has declared April 23rd, Tuesday, as a public holiday for the Karachi division, aimed at minimizing inconvenience for the general populace.
Iranian President’s Official Visit
The Foreign Office (FO) has confirmed the upcoming official visit of the Iranian President to Pakistan, scheduled from April 22nd (Monday) to April 24th (Wednesday). During this period, he will be accompanied by his spouse, a delegation of high-level officials including the Foreign Minister and cabinet members, as well as a substantial business delegation. The Iranian President’s itinerary includes visits to Lahore and Karachi, where he is expected to engage with provincial leadership.
