Public drinking and unruly groups: Kadapa police deploy drones at Gandikota
Superintendent of Police Nachiket Vishwanath Shelke said the rocky terrain was too vast to patrol on foot; CCTV cameras on the approach road track vehicles, but the area around the gorge is largely unmanned
The Kadapa district police have taken proactive measures to ensure the safety of tourists at the popular Gandikota tourist spot in the Jammalamadugu constituency. Known as the Indian equivalent of the Grand Canyon, Gandikota is home to an ancient fort and a 16th-century temple, attracting history and archaeology enthusiasts from neighboring states.
The gorge is a favorite among adventure lovers, particularly young individuals who arrive by motorcycle for weekend getaways. However, the police have expressed concern over the frequent movement of unruly groups engaging in public drinking, which disrupts the experience for tourists, especially families.
Recognizing the challenges of physically patrolling the vast and rocky terrain, the authorities have now deployed drone cameras to monitor the area. Kadapa Superintendent of Police Nachiket Vishwanath Shelke explained that "drone surveillance allows for quick identification of anti-social elements with surgical precision." The drone's vantage point is particularly useful for tracking visitors inside the zone, which is largely unmanned and lacks CCTV coverage.
This initiative aims to address the issue of anti-social elements and provide a safer environment for tourists exploring Gandikota's historical and natural attractions.
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