Jammu and Kashmir Police on Monday used drones in some partsof the city to announce restrictions on the movement of people as part of the10-day lockdown to combat the coronavirus pandemic.
In a video released by the police on social mediaplatforms,an officer can be seen recording a message onto a drone, urgingpeople to stay indoors.
“Please cooperate with your police. The cure forcoronavirus disease isyour cooperation. Please stay indoors for your own safetyand of your family,” the officer said in the message relayed by the drone.
The drones were used near the iconic Ghanta Ghar (ClockTower) at Lal Chowk which has been completely sealed as part of the lockdownannounced by the administration on Sunday.
Police and paramilitary forces have been deployed in strength across the city to ensure that the lockdown announced till 31 March is strictly followed.