Government Allows Drones to Fly Without Prior Permission in Flood-Hit Areas

Kathmandu. The government has allowed drones to be flown without prior permission in flood-affected areas to support search and rescue operations following Wednesday morning’s severe flooding. The decision has been taken to make rescue efforts faster and more effective in areas affected by the floods, particularly where aerial surveillance can help locate stranded or missing people. Government spokesperson Sasmit Pokharel said anyone with a drone can operate it in the affected are...