Hyderabad Police have warned event organisers to stop using laser lights near the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to protect aviation safety [1].
Laser beams can blind or distract pilots during critical phases of flight, potentially leading to catastrophic accidents. Because these lights interfere with cockpit visibility, the police are targeting event planners who utilize high-powered displays in the airport's vicinity [1, 2].
The warning comes as officials address a growing trend of light-based disruptions in the region. More than 100 laser-beam incidents have been reported at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport over the past two years [2].
Police officials said the measures are necessary to ensure that aircraft operations remain undisturbed. The risk is particularly high during takeoff and landing, when pilots require maximum visibility to navigate the runway safely [1].
Organisers are being reminded that the use of such equipment near flight paths can be classified as a serious safety violation. The Hyderabad Police said the priority is the prevention of any incident that could jeopardize the lives of passengers and crew [1].
Authorities are monitoring the area more closely to identify the sources of these beams. The police said they will take action against those who ignore the safety guidelines and continue to use lasers in restricted zones [1].
“More than 100 laser-beam incidents reported at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport over the past two years”
This crackdown reflects a broader global effort to mitigate 'laser strikes,' which have become a significant threat to aviation safety. By targeting event organisers specifically, Hyderabad authorities are attempting to distinguish between accidental use and planned commercial displays that may inadvertently create hazardous conditions for pilots in a high-traffic corridor.
