Kazakhstan to use drones to track wanted vehicles and legal defaulters

ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — Kazakhstan is set to integrate drones into its law enforcement system to track vehicles and individuals listed in official wanted bulletins, including those evading debts or alimony payments.

According to Kazakhstan Today, the initiative will allow drones to detect targets in real time and transmit information directly to police officers’ tablets on the ground—dramatically improving response times and operational efficiency.

Authorities say the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) is becoming a cornerstone of the country’s expanding digital infrastructure. While drones are already being used for public safety monitoring and environmental surveillance, their role is now set to grow in the realm of law enforcement and urban security.

“Drones are playing an increasingly vital role in ensuring public safety and social stability,” said Bagdat Mussin, Chairman of Kazakhtelecom. He noted that the company is currently developing projects that incorporate drones into urban video surveillance systems and forest monitoring platforms. One major goal is early wildfire detection through automated, real-time imaging.

Kazakhstan has been rapidly expanding the civilian and commercial applications of drone technology—from infrastructure inspection to disaster response. The latest move to use drones for policing reflects a broader trend in digital governance and state modernization efforts.

The pilot phase of the project will be assessed for effectiveness before a potential nationwide rollout. If successful, the system could be extended to more regions, strengthening Kazakhstan’s ability to enforce court orders, manage traffic violations, and monitor large-scale public events.