Mumbai Police declares Shivaji Park as 'No Flying Zone' in view of ceremonial parade on Republic Day

Mumbai: In order to avoid an untoward incident, Mumbai Police has declared Shivaji Park as 'No Flying Zone'. An order issued on Tuesday by DCP, Operations, Vishal Thakur stated that flying activities won't be allowed within the jurisdiction of Shivaji Park Police Station in view of the ceremonial parade on Republic Day at the park.

The order said this precautionary measure is necessary as terrorists or



anti-social elements may try to use the air space for a breach of peace and disturbance of public tranquillity, causing grave danger to human life and public property. This order shall remain in force for the whole day on January 26. 

Mumbai Police has warned that any person contravening the order shall be punishable under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code.