Police to seek explanation on use of drone for pizza delivery
Mumbai: The usage of unmanned drone for the first time in India by a city-based pizza shop for delivery here has come under scanner of Mumbai police, which will seek an explanation from the outlet
“We will also ask the ATC if it was consulted by the outlet. After studying all the aspects, we will decide the future course of action,” Pandey said.
According to sources, terror threat has been lingering over the city and inputs available with police suggest that terror organisations might strike using paragliding and unmanned drones.
During special occasions such as Independence Day and Republic Day, certain city areas are declared as ‘no flying zones' by Mumbai Police.
In these areas, paragliding and use of remote-controlled micro-light aircraft is also not allowed.
On May 11, the financial capital, notorious for its traffic snarls, achieved a first in the country after Francesco's Pizzeria used an unmanned drone to execute a delivery by taking the aerial route.