The Border Security Force (BSF) has made a major step in improving its crowd control tools while ensuring safety. They are developing new types of tear gas shells that will be less harmful to people's health while still being effective at controlling crowds. This new effort builds on the success of their Drone Tear Smoke Launcher (DTSL), a tool that helps control crowds more safely.

Need for safer alternatives

Traditional tear gas can cause serious health problems, like trouble breathing and eye injuries. The new version of tear gas is being designed to lower these risks while still helping the authorities safely control large crowds. This development was discussed at a meeting in New Delhi, led by Daljit Singh Chawdhary, the Director General of BSF.

TSU's innovative products

The TSU has been working on creating safer, non-lethal weapons for crowd control. Some of their key products include:

  • Lachrymatory munitions: tear gas designed to disperse crowds without causing lasting harm.
  • Flash-Bang munitions: devices that distract and confuse without causing injury.
  • Impact munitions: Less-lethal options to control crowds.
  • Customised munitions: Special tools for specific needs.

The DTSL advantage

The DTSL has made crowd control better by letting tear gas grenades be dropped from drones. This is safer because it lowers the chance of injury and lets the grenades be aimed more accurately. This new method from BSF will change how law and order is managed, focusing on being both safe and effective.

What is a tear smoke shell?

A tear smoke shell, or tear gas shell, is a tool used by police and military to control crowds. It releases a chemical that makes people’s eyes, nose, mouth, and lungs irritated, causing tears, coughing, and trouble breathing. This helps push people to leave without causing lasting harm.
The Tear Smoke Shell 2.0 is a better version of the original. It works more effectively and can be used from a distance. Its main goal is to keep people safe by reducing the chance of serious injury.