BSF Recovers Suspected Pakistani Drone Near International Border In Samba

Jammu, Nov 12 : Border Security Force personnel recovered a drone from an agricultural field near the International Border in the early hours of Thursday in Samba district.

Officials told GNS that the recovery was made during a search operation launched by the BSF in the border area falling under BOP Lalphamkima in Samba.

During the search, troops spotted the drone lying in the fields, nearly 700 to 800 metres inside Indian territory from the International Border.

The drone has been identified as a DJI Matrice model. It was immediately taken into custody by the BSF.

Officials said an investigation has been launched to ascertain where the drone came from, whether it was being used for smuggling or surveillance, and who its operator was.(GNS)