Why did Jagdish Patani apply for a weapons license?

Patani, the father of Bollywood actress Disha Patani, applied for a license after the shooting incident at his residence.

How did the Uttar Pradesh government respond to the attack on the Patani family home?

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had earlier assured Jagdish Patani, a retired DSP, of security following the attack.

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Retired Cop Granted Weapons License After Attack on Bollywood Star's Home

16 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Jagdish Patani, father of actress Disha Patani, received a weapons license
Patani applied for the license after a criminal gang opened fire at his home
Uttar Pradesh CM had earlier assured Patani of security following the attack

Retired Cop Granted Weapons License After Attack on Bollywood Star's Home

On September 12, 2025, two unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants fired around 10 rounds outside Jagdish Patani's home in Bareilly. Patani, the father of Bollywood actress Disha Patani, had approached the district magistrate seeking a license after the incident.

Following the attack, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had earlier assured Patani, a retired DSP, of security. After completing all the necessary formalities, the Bareilly district administration has now issued a revolver/pistol license to Patani.