Mumbai, May 13 -- In light of heightened security measures, the Mumbai Police has imposed a strict ban on the use of drones and other remote-controlled flying devices across the city from May 5 to June 3.

The ban, ordered by the Commissioner of Police, Greater Mumbai, includes drones, remote-controlled microlight aircraft, paragliders, paramotors, hand gliders, hot air balloons, and similar aerial devices.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has designated Mumbai as a red zone for drone operations, making unauthorised drone flights a serious violation.

Despite the directive, a 23-year-old man was caught operating a drone in Mumbai's Powai area on Sunday. Following the incident, the individual was booked under relevant sect...