Drone-assisted cross-border drug smuggling rises since 2021
By The BriefBrief
Government says drone-assisted cross-border drug trafficking has surged since 2021, with Punjab worst hit.
WHO:Government of India
WHAT:Government reported a rise in drone-assisted cross-border drug smuggling since 2021, with Punjab reporting 298 incidents and nearly 460 kg seized.
WHEN:Jul 22, 2026 at 1:41 PM ET
WHERE:Punjab, India
WHY:Trafficking syndicates are using drones and GPS for infiltration and encrypted communications.
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