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Gonda Gram Pradhan's Gun Show Sparks License Probe
26 Oct
Summary
- Officials fired a licensed revolver in a viral video.
- Children were shown handling the firearm and aiming.
- Police initiated license cancellation proceedings.
A viral video circulating on social media has led to authorities initiating proceedings to cancel the arms licence of Gonda Gram Pradhan Shakeel Ahmed Khan. The footage reportedly shows Khan and his wife, Parveen, firing a licensed revolver into the air during last year's Diwali celebrations.
Further investigation is underway to determine if the children in the video actually discharged the firearm. However, allowing minors to handle a weapon and engaging in celebratory aerial firing are clear violations of the conditions stipulated in an arms licence.
The video gained traction recently after being shared by rival factions. The Gonda administration has confirmed the license cancellation proceedings and plans to seize the weapon. This incident highlights a lapse in responsible firearm handling.
