Manipur govt directs officials to verify papers of arms licence holders, dealers

Imphal: The Manipur govt has asked all district administrations in the state to examine the papers of the arms licence holders and arms dealers, an official said on Saturday.

The commissioner (home) has asked deputy commissioners of all districts to take steps to verify the documents of arms licence holders and arms dealers in their respective districts, the official said.

"Non-compliance with the order may lead to penalisation and cancellation of arms license," the official said, referring to the circular of the Commissioner (Home).

Manipur Police have issued a separate order directing all arms licence holders and dealers in Kangpokpi district to submit self-attested copies of their licenses along with a completed prescribed format to their nearest local police station by April 25 for verification.

Authorities have been urged to ensure gun licence holders are notified of the verification process and comply accordingly.