Assam Launches Arms Licence Portal for Vulnerable Indigenous Residents in ‘Sensitive Areas’ - The Statesman

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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has launched an online portal for indigenous citizens in vulnerable areas to apply for arms licenses. This new initiative aims to enhance self-defense amid demographic challenges. Discover eligibility criteria and application details.

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Assam launches arms licence portal for vulnerable indigenous residents in ‘sensitive areas’ - The Statesman

“This is a religious and politically neutral scheme. Licences will be given to people of all communities who are indigenous or original inhabitants, and whose three generations have lived in that area,” Sarma said.

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The Assam government has launched a portal where indigenous communities in the state's sensitive and remote regions can apply for licences to possess arms.

Assam CM Himanta launches portal for arms licence application for indigenous people

Mr. Sarma said the aim of the initiative is to enable responsible citizens to aid and assist the government in maintaining peace, and law and order situation in the State

Gun Licences to Non-Muslims in Assam Border Areas Draw Criticism - Clarion India

Rights groups and Muslim leaders accuse Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of fuelling religious divisions  GUWAHATI — The Assam government, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, is under fire from Muslim community leaders and human rights activists over its decision to issue gun licences exclusively to non-Muslims living in border and “sensitive” areas. Critics argue that the move is discriminatory and could deepen communal mistrust in a s…