In light of the upcoming Assembly elections, licensed gun owners in the city are now mandated to surrender their firearms to the police, following the enforcement of the election code of conduct. This regulation aims to ensure a peaceful electoral process by preventing the potential misuse of firearms and discouraging voter intimidation.
Since the code’s implementation, over 1,500 licensed firearms have been voluntarily turned in within just 12 days, with more submissions anticipated in the coming days. The city of Nagpur is home to approximately 2,100 licensed firearm holders, a group that includes prominent political figures, builders, medical professionals, and traders from the Vidarbha region. Most of these individuals possess firearms for personal defense, highlighting the importance of responsible ownership during sensitive electoral periods. The requirement for firearm surrender is a critical measure by authorities to maintain public safety and uphold the integrity of the elections.
So far, around 1,500 individuals have complied by handing their weapons over to the Police Commissionerate, while local police stations are diligently reviewing the status of other licensed holders to ensure compliance. In addition to the firearms surrender, law enforcement has been active in combating other illegal activities in the city. Over the past ten days, authorities have registered 17 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, leading to the seizure of narcotics valued at Rs 5.54 lakh from various suspects.
Also, police have taken significant action against illegal liquor sales, filing 251 cases that resulted in 287 arrests, alongside the confiscation of country-made liquor worth over Rs 6 lakh. These efforts underline the authorities’ commitment to maintaining law and order during this crucial electoral period. Stay tuned to know more about it and others only with us and you can share more on it by giving your thoughts.
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