Dehradun, April 6 -- Garhwal Post Bureau

DEHRADUN, 4 Apr: In the wake of a series of criminal incidents reported across Uttarakhand in recent months, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed a comprehensive review and verification of all the Arms licences issued in the State. This order indicates a stricter approach towards the regulation and the monitoring of licensed weapons. The move is being seen as part of a broader effort by the State government to tighten law and order mechanisms and prevent misuse of firearms.

Acting on the Chief Minister's instructions, Home Secretary Shailesh Bagoli has issued directions to all the District Magistrates (DMs) to undertake a detailed scrutiny of arms licences and submit their reports to t...