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Pune Police Revoke 111 Firearm Licenses in 2024, Marking a Five-Year First

In light of ongoing debates surrounding the random distribution of gun licenses, particularly following incidents in the Beed district of Maharashtra, the Pune city police have taken significant measures to address these issues. In 2024, they have canceled 111 firearm licenses, marking the first such cancellations since 2019. This action reflects a renewed commitment to tackling concerns related to gun-related incidents in the region.During their annual press conference on Thursday, Pune city police shared crucial data, revealing that notices were issued to 200 license holders.
These individuals were required to justify their need to retain their licenses; failure to provide adequate explanations could result in cancellation.The issuance of new firearm licenses has sharply declined, with only 65 granted in 2024, compared to 186 in 2023 and 279 in 2022. Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar explained that, since February 2024, licenses have primarily been issued to sportsmen or individuals claiming them through inheritance.Kumar also noted that licenses held by individuals involved in criminal activities were subject to cancellation.
Also, many license holders failed to renew their licenses as mandated, contributing to the increase in cancellations.In another significant development, the Pune police clarified that FL-III licenses, which permit the sale, possession, and transport of foreign liquor, did not receive any No Objection Certificate (NOC) recommendations in 2024. This contrasts sharply with previous years, where 36 NOCs were issued in 2022 and 16 in 2023.
In 2024 alone, 82 NOC applications were rejected, a notable increase from 12 rejections in 2023 and none in 2022.The data underscores the Pune police’s proactive measures in regulating firearm ownership and liquor licenses, aiming to enhance public safety and accountability.Key Statistics:
  • Firearm licenses canceled in 2024: 111
  • Notices issued to license holders: 200
  • Firearm licenses issued:
    • 2024: 65
    • 2023: 186
    • 2022: 279
  • FL-III license NOC recommendations:
    • 2024: 0
    • 2023: 16
    • 2022: 36
  • Rejected NOC applications for FL-III licenses:
    • 2024: 82
    • 2023: 12
    • 2022: 0
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Ziya Khan

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