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Police, MMRDA Say Drone Near Thackeray Home Was Authorized POD Taxi Survey

Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders question the lack of resident notice and seek an independent inquiry.

Overview

  • Aaditya Thackeray said a drone was seen at window level near Matoshree and alleged it was "peeping" before flying off when recorded.
  • Mumbai Police DCP Manish Kalwaniya stated the UAV was part of a permitted survey in the BKC and Kherwadi areas and urged people to avoid misinformation.
  • MMRDA said the flights aided a visual study for a Personal Rapid Transit (POD) taxi alignment in BKC, with police approvals secured and monitoring in place.
  • The agency added that a certified operator with completed background checks flew only on the approved route with no deviation over the past two days.
  • Shiv Sena (UBT) figures, including Anil Parab and Anand Dubey, called for a probe, citing security and privacy concerns and the absence of prior intimation to residents.