Security arrangements stepped up ahead of Independence Day celebrations in Chennai
The Greater Chennai Police have implemented strict security measures, including a 'Red Zone' designation, ahead of the 80th Independence Day celebrations. Aerial activities like drone flights are prohibited in specific areas to ensure safety during the official flag-hoisting ceremony.
Why it matters
High-security protocols during national events are standard procedure to mitigate potential threats and ensure the safety of government officials and the public.
The Greater Chennai Police (GCP) have stepped up security arrangements ahead of the 80th Independence Day celebrations. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will hoist the national flag at the ramparts of Fort St. George on Saturday.
The GCP said orders issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, and sub-section (2) of Section 14 of the BNSS, prohibiting the use of drones, remotely controlled micro-light aircraft, paragliders, paramotors, hang gliders, hot-air balloons and other aerial objects, are already in force from June 19 to August 17 in the GCP limits.
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