Assam to issue first gun licenses to 'vulnerable' indigenous people, CM Himanta announces; sets February 2026 target
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Assam's CM announced that the state will issue firearm licenses to indigenous people in vulnerable and remote areas by February 2026. This selective initiative aims to address security concerns for minority indigenous populations, particularly near the BanglaAssam to issue first gun licenses to 'vulnerable' indigenous people, CM Himanta announces; sets February 2026 target
Assam's CM announced that the state will issue firearm licenses to indigenous people in vulnerable and remote areas by February 2026. This selective initiative aims to address security concerns for minority indigenous populations, particularly near the Bangladesh border, fulfilling a long-standing demand. Read more














