Carrying of firearms banned in Panchkula ahead of Haryana polls

Apprehending law and order situation during the Haryana assembly elections, Panchkula deputy commissioner of police (DCP) Himadree Kaushik has banned carrying of arms and ammunition in the district till October 8.
The DCP’s order, issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, also directs owners of arms to deposit them at the nearest police station at the earliest. Any violation will invite punishment under Section 223 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the order added.