Srinagar, Dec 8: Following a probe into unauthorised movement of a drone during the Amarnath Yatra this year, the police have apprehended two youths from Srinagar, an official said on Monday.

The case pertains to a security breach triggered by violation of no-flying zone restrictions imposed during the Amarnath Yatra, the police spokesman said.

He said a drone, illegally operated over the notified restricted area, was brought down by security forces using soft-kill methods to avert any potential threat to the yatra.

As per the Union home ministry guidelines, the entire route was strictly designated as a ‘No Drone Zone’, prohibiting any unmanned aerial vehicle activity to ensure security of the pilgrims.

Following the incident, a case was registered at Gund police station, and investiga

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