J&K nod for CBI probe into fake gun license cases

On July 12, the Governor NN Vohra had revoked individual gun licences issued between January 2017 and February 2018, citing unearthing of fake gun licensing rackets through “various investigating agencies, particularly ATS and SOG Rajasthan”.

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The CBI will also inquire into other offences committed in the course of the same cases. (Photo for representational purpose)

The Governor N N Vohra-led J&K administration has given consent to extension of powers of members of Delhi ‘Special Police Establishment’ to probe cases related to fake arms licenses in the state. This effectively means that investigations into cases related to issuance of fake gun licenses in the state will be handed over to the CBI.

J&K Advocate General DC Raina told The Indian Express that the cases will be handed over to the CBI and “it will have full jurisdiction to investigate the cases”.

On July 12, the Governor had revoked individual gun licences issued between January 2017 and February 2018, citing unearthing of fake gun licensing rackets through “various investigating agencies, particularly ATS and SOG Rajasthan”.

“In pursuance of Section-6 of the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946 (Act No: 25 of 1946), the Government of Jammu and Kashmir hereby accords consent, to the extension of powers and jurisdiction of the members of Delhi Special Police Establishment in the whole of… Jammu and Kashmir, to investigate and inquire” in connection with cases lodged under the Arms Act, a notification issued by the state’s Home Department said.

The CBI will also inquire into other offences committed in the course of the same cases.

Naveed Iqbal

Naveed Iqbal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Indian Express, and reports from Jammu and Kashmir. With a career spanning over 15 years in frontline journalism, Naveed provides authoritative reporting on the region’s transition, governance, and the socio-political implications of national policies. Expertise Regional Specialization: Based in the Srinagar and New Delhi bureaus, Naveed has spent over a decade documenting the unique challenges of Jammu and Kashmir. Her reporting is distinguished by deep contextual knowledge of the region's post-Article 370, statehood debates, and local electoral politics. Key Coverage Beats: Her extensive body of work covers: Politics & Governance: Tracking the National Conference (NC), PDP, and BJP dynamics, including in-depth coverage of J&K’s first Assembly sessions and Rajya Sabha polls following the reorganization of the state. Internal Security & Justice: Providing rigorous reporting on counter-insurgency operations, terror module investigations, and judicial developments involving political detainees and constitutional rights. Education & Minority Affairs: Highlighting systemic issues such as quota rows in J&K, public service commission reforms, and the challenges faced by minority communities. ... Read More

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