SRINAGAR: The Border Security Force (BSF) recovered a drone from an agricultural field near the International Border in Samba district during a search operation in the early hours of Thursday.
Officials said the recovery was made in the border area falling under the jurisdiction of Border Outpost (BOP) Lalphamkima. During the search, BSF personnel spotted the drone lying in a field, approximately 700 to 800 metres inside Indian territory from the International Border.
The recovered drone was identified as a DJI Matrice model and was immediately taken into custody by the BSF.
Officials said an investigation had been initiated to ascertain the drone’s origin, its intended use and the identity of its operator. Investigators are also examining whether it was being used for smuggling or surveillance activities.
