India to Deploy Indigenous Anti-Drone Shield as Part of Smart Border Security Grid
India's home ministry has decided to deploy an indigenously developed anti-drone shield at borders to counter drone-based smuggling of arms, drugs, and ammunition. The shield will be integrated into a broader 'smart border security grid' that includes sensors, smart fencing, and a newly launched Land Port Management System (LPMS) for enhanced surveillance and cargo processing. The initiative aims to address cross-border smuggling operations, particularly in Punjab, while also improving trade efficiency and tourism.
India's home ministry has approved deployment of an indigenous anti-drone shield at its borders as part of a comprehensive 'smart border security grid' designed to combat cross-border smuggling. The anti-drone system will target drones used by ISI operatives and drug traffickers to drop arms, ammunition, and narcotics in border areas, especially Punjab. The broader security grid will incorporate sensors, smart fencing, and the newly launched Land Port Management System (LPMS), an integrated digital platform for cargo and passenger processing. Home Minister Amit Shah stated the LPMS will reduce paperwork by 90%, cut cargo truck waiting times by 22-35%, and decrease gate processing time by 40-60%, while also enhancing information-sharing among agencies. Shah emphasized the system will strengthen both physical and economic security while making borders 'impregnable' and boosting trade and tourism.
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The article does not specify the timeline for deployment of the anti-drone shield, the specific technical capabilities or range of the system, the cost of implementation, or comparative details about how this technology compares to anti-drone systems deployed by other countries.
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Borders to get anti-drone walls to curb arms & drugs smuggling
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