Gujarat Police Launches GP-DRASTI Drone Program for Enhanced Law Enforcement
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Name | GP-DRASTI (Drone Response and Aerial Surveillance Tactical Interventions) |
| Introduced By | Gujarat Police |
| Objective | Modernize law enforcement, quick response, evidence gathering, and crime prevention. |
| Key Features | - Quick Response: Faster deployment to crime scenes. |
| - Evidence Gathering: High-definition footage for investigations. | |
| - Crime Prevention: Proactively monitor vulnerable areas. | |
| How It Works | - Integration with Police Control: Coordinated deployment of drones and ground teams. |
| - Real-Time Video Streaming: Live footage to police stations for real-time assessment. | |
| - Targeted Flight Paths: Direct drone navigation to specific locations. | |
| Operational Scope | 33 Police Stations in Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Surat, and Vadodara, identified as crime hotspots through the SHASTRA program (2025). |
| Drone Specifications | - Flight Ceiling: 120 meters. |
| - Range: 4 kilometers. | |
| - Flight Time: 45 minutes. | |
| - Camera Capabilities: HD, zoom up to 1 km, night vision. | |
| - Target Following: Locks onto and tracks fixed targets. | |
| Technology and Training | - Drone Base Stations: Centralized operation within 4 km range. |
| - Staff Training: Initial training for 16 staff members, with more training planned. | |
| - Aerial ID System: Captures facial features for crowd identification. |