Jamshedpur DC asks arms holders to verify licences by March 30

Jamshedpur: Deputy Commissioner Ananya Mittal, has issued directives for the verification of weapons belonging to all arms license holders in the district. The initiative aims to ensure a peaceful and fair conduct of the Lok Sabha elections, emphasizing the importance of maintaining transparency and security during the electoral process.

In accordance with the instructions from Mittal, a comprehensive verification process for all arms license holders has been scheduled at the police station level. This measure seeks to ascertain the authenticity and legality of weapons owned by individuals within the district boundaries, fostering an environment conducive to independent and fair elections.

All arms license holders residing in East Singhbhum district are required to present their licensed weapons for verification at their respective police stations from March 28th to March 30th, 2024. It is imperative that individuals comply with this directive to uphold the integrity of the electoral process.

Additionally, individuals holding arms licenses issued from other states or districts but currently residing in East Singhbhum district are also urged to participate in the verification process. Failure to comply with the stipulated verification dates may result in the confiscation of weapons by the magistrate or law enforcement officials, with subsequent legal actions taken in accordance with established regulations.