Thermal-Imaging Drones Smuggled from Hong Kong Seized in Delhi
What Happened
Customs officials at Delhi's IGI Airport seized 10 military-grade drones worth over ₹1.03 crore from three Indian passengers arriving from Hong Kong via Vietnam. The drones were equipped with thermal imaging cameras and laser rangefinders and were intercepted while the passengers attempted to cross the green channel.
Key Takeaways
The seizure highlights growing concerns over the unauthorized import of advanced surveillance equipment. Authorities say the drones fall under defence-grade UAVs and require mandatory DGCA registration, with investigations ongoing.