Ferozepur (Punjab) [India], February 10 (ANI): Border Security Force (BSF) shot down a drone attempting intrusion into Indian territory from the Pakistan side, said BSF official on Friday.

BSF recovered 3 kg heroin, one China-made pistol, cartridges and a magazine from the drone, added the BSF.

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The drone was deployed along the international boundary with Pakistan in AOR of BOP MW Uttar, Sector Ferozepur in Punjab, added the BSF.

Counter-drone measures were initiated and the drone was fired upon, added the BSF.

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"During a subsequent search by BSF troops, a packet of consignment dropped by the intruding drone containing approximately 3 kg heroin, one China-made pistol, cartridges and a magazine were recovered," said a statement by the BSF.

Further details are yet to follow. (ANI)

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