Drones Boost Crackdown on Ganja Abuse, Open Drinking in Tirupati

TIRUPATI: Drone surveillance has emerged as a critical tool in the pressure of the Tirupati region police against ganga abuse and open alcohol consumption in public spaces.

Police V. Harshavardhan Raju Regional Inspectors’ directive, moving on the drone team, working coordinated with private police parties, followed by a daily vulnerable areas from the air, resulting in various arrests and preventive actions.

At the beginning of this week, the drone images helped determine the ganga of a group of youth in a abandoned bungalow near Grand Ridge Hotel under the borders of the Tiruchanur Police Station. This triggered the private party and eagle teams to catch the suspects before escaping.

In addition to detecting drug addiction, drones have been effective in detecting individuals who consume public alcohol. Last month, the police recorded 1,687 public drinking cases. They cleaned at least 10 places that have become known for such an activity. Authorities, these efforts, especially in urban and semi -urban areas of drugs and alcohol -related cases, he said.

SP Harshavardhan Raju reiterated the commitment to address substance addiction through a combination of technology, enforcement and public access. He asked youth to stay away from Ganga and narcotics, and even everyday use could lead to long -term addiction. He applied to families to remain vigilant against behavioral changes in their children. “Those who want to stand out for help will be directed to rehabilitation centers,” he said.

Meanwhile, the regional police published crime statistics for June 2025. In addition to 18 kg ganga seizures, the police worked as a part of the crime prevention strategies 314 Babadaya Sacer consultant. Night patrols caused 1,837 people to be detained and taken to the police stations for inquiry and consultancy.

Police reserved 297 drunk driving case. They punished 1,696 small sellers to prevent roads. A total of 14,899 motor vehicle violations were recorded and fines were given accordingly. CCTV surveillance was expanded with 98 new cameras established in previously revealed places.

In addition, 13 cord and search operations were carried out and 178 vehicles were seized because they did not have suitable documents.