Bilaspur Imposes Section 163, Bans Drones Ahead Of President Murmu's Visit

Prohibitory orders have been issued under Section 163 in view of President Droupadi Murmu’s proposed visit to Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh on 6 October.

Bilaspur District Magistrate Rahul Kumar issued the order under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, keeping law and order and human safety in mind ahead of the President’s scheduled visit.

According to the order, a complete ban will remain in force across Bilaspur district on the flight or operation of any kind of drone, paraglider and parasailing activity. The restriction will apply from 4 October to 6 October till 5:00 pm.

The order also bars people from carrying arms and weapons during this period. The prohibited items include weapons, ammunition, long-range weapons, sharp-edged weapons, or any other such weapons that may affect law and order and human safety.

The district administration has clarified that the order will not apply to the police force and authorised security personnel.

The administration has urged all concerned individuals and institutions to ensure compliance with the order. The restrictions have been put in place specifically in connection with the proposed Bilaspur visit of the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, and are aimed at maintaining security arrangements in the district during the notified period.