Archive · 15 Jun 2025
Bihar Launches Drive Against Illegal Firearms Before Elections
The government in Bihar is cracking down on illegal guns to stop people from using force during the upcoming elections.
They're doing this by searching for illegal weapons and checking the licenses of legal gun owners.
They're also changing the rules for owning guns, like reducing how many bullets people can buy and making bullets more expensive.
They are also monitoring recent shootings in the state.
The goal is to make sure the elections are fair and safe.
Bihar government launched a special drive to seize illegal weapons before assembly polls.
The drive aims to curb the use of muscle power during elections.
Changes to firearms licensing regulations are planned, including reduced ammunition and increased bullet costs.
Licensed weapons are being scrutinized, and licensed gun holders are under watch.
Review meetings will be held after six weeks to assess the drive's outcome.
- Who
- The Bihar government, police, and district administrations.
- What
- Bihar government launched a drive to seize illegal weapons and tighten gun control.
- When
- Ahead of the assembly elections scheduled later this year.
- Where
- Bihar, India.
- Why
- To curb the use of muscle power and ensure fair elections.
- Action
- Special drive to seize illegal weapons
- Objective
- Curb use of muscle power in elections
- Regulation Change
- Reduced ammunition allocation, increased bullet costs
- Ammunition Reduction
- From 200 rounds/year to 25 initially
- Bullet Cost
- Rs 175-200 (current)
- Licensing Authority
- District Magistrates
