UDHAMPUR, Nov 1: Sher-i-Kashmir Police Academy (SKPA), Udhampur, organised a presentation-cum-valedictory session marking the culmination of a five-day course on “Drone Technology, Interception and Drone Forensics” for the officers of J&K Police aimed at enhancing the professional knowledge and operational capabilities of police personnel in the rapidly evolving field of unmanned aerial systems.
On the occasion, Dr. Mohd Haseeb Mughal, IGP, Director SKPA Udhampur, delivered a comprehensive PowerPoint presentation highlighting the growing significance of drone technology in contemporary policing and its emerging applications in law enforcement, surveillance, security and crime investigation.
During his presentation, the Director elaborated on the fundamentals of drone technology, different types of drones, their operational capabilities and the need for police personnel to develop a sound understanding of drone systems.
He also highlighted the importance of drone forensics, particularly in understanding digital evidence, identification and examination of drone-related data, preservation of electronic evidence and its relevance in criminal investigations.
The Director also drew attention to the emerging challenges associated with the misuse of drones, including security threats, unlawful surveillance, smuggling and other technology-driven criminal activities.
He stressed the need for police personnel to remain technologically informed, develop specialised skills and keep pace with advancements in drone technology to effectively address emerging security and investigative challenges.
The presentation provided participants with valuable insights into the practical and investigative dimensions of drone technology and reinforced the importance of integrating technological understanding with professional policing.
The session was followed by the valedictory function, during which the course was formally concluded.
The participating officers and officials were encouraged to utilise the knowledge and skills acquired during the course in their respective fields of assignment.
The programme concluded with an emphasis on continuous learning, technological up gradation and capacity building to make policing more effective, responsive and future-ready.