New Arms License Services Launched in Assam to Support Self-Defense

The Assam government, under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, has launched an arms license service to improve the safety of vulnerable citizens. It was clarified that the government will only provide arms licenses. The scheme is available through the Sewa Setu portal and is primarily for indigenous people in vulnerable border regions. The aim is to enable these communities to apply for licenses, providing them a means of self-protection. This initiative is particularly relevant in areas facing threats from ethnic or communal tensions and demographic changes. Applicants must meet specific criteria, including being original inhabitants or indigenous citizens of Assam, proving a genuine threat to their safety, and living in a vulnerable area. The process includes stringent checks and ongoing monitoring.