India has conveyed a strong message to Pakistan, urging it to control 'drone intrusions' across the border, according to a statement by Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi. Speaking at an annual press conference on January 13, 2026, General Dwivedi confirmed that the head of Pakistan's military operations had been formally addressed on this issue. He noted that multiple drone sightings occurred along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB) in the Jammu and Kashmir region, specifically in Samba, Rajouri, and Poonch districts, between January 10 and 12. General Dwivedi suggested these drones could be 'defensive' in nature, aiming to test India's preparedness or identify potential gaps for infiltration. An Indian military source indicated five drone intrusions on January 11 and a recovery of pistols, ammunition, and a grenade from a suspected drone drop on January 9. The concerns were raised during Director General of Military Operations (DGMO)-level talks, where India explicitly stated that such drone activity is 'unacceptable' and must cease. However, Pakistan has categorically rejected these allegations, describing them as 'provocative and baseless.' Pakistani security sources dismissed the reports as a 'fabrication of facts,' arguing that even Indian media reports relied on vague terms and lacked concrete technical or visual evidence. They further suggested India's claims were an attempt to divert international attention from its internal challenges. The persistent cross-border drone activity remains a significant security concern, leading the Indian Army to intensify counter-UAV measures along the frontier.