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Crime
Gwalior Police Seize 66 Carbine Guns Ahead of Diwali
✍️ Amar Ujala · Gwalior
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 11:46 AM
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In a pre-Diwali crackdown, Gwalior police seized 66 carbine guns during raids on factories and shops. The operation aimed to curb the illegal manufacture and sale of firearms.
The Gwalior police conducted a major operation ahead of the Diwali festival, resulting in the seizure of 66 carbine guns. During raids, 58 guns were recovered from a factory in Siron, while another 8 were found in two shops in the Murai area. The operation was launched to prevent the illegal manufacture and sale of firearms during the festive season. Authorities are investigating the source of the seized weapons and the individuals involved in their distribution.