Peshawar police have introduced a new surveillance drone designed to transform policing standards in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The locally developed machine can fly up to 10 kilometres and is equipped with a laser targeting system. It marks a major step towards technology-led security operations in the province.
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The drone was tested at the Nowshera Police Centre. It can carry payloads of up to 10 kilograms and can adapt to different policing needs, including surveillance, crowd control and counterterrorism. Moreover, it can be fitted with night-vision cameras, tear gas canisters and even small mortar rounds. This makes it one of the most versatile tools available to the police.
Built entirely by local engineers, the drone weighs around 55 kilograms and spans nearly two metres. It can stay airborne for about an hour and reach speeds of 36 kilometres per hour. In addition, it can climb to an altitude of 1,000 metres. An integrated information system allows real-time visuals and data transmission to command centres.
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Police officials said the innovation would strengthen intelligence gathering and improve response times during critical operations. “With this drone, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police join the ranks of Pakistan’s most advanced law enforcement forces,” a spokesperson said.
Security observers believe the project reflects a growing trend towards technology in Pakistan’s policing institutions. In a region that has faced years of militancy and security challenges, the launch of a home-built drone shows a shift towards precision and preparedness. It also highlights the province’s growing capacity to innovate within its own ranks.
