Guwahati: Amid the upcoming Assam assembly elections, a joint operation was carried out in Jorhat on Thursday evening.
The Jorhat Police, with assistance from the Railway Police, recovered two .32 calibre pistols along with live ammunition from two individuals identified as Maya Debnath and Tutun Debnath.
Officials confirmed that further legal proceedings have been initiated in connection with the seizure.
According to police sources, the operation was conducted based on specific intelligence inputs. Acting swiftly, the team intercepted the accused and carried out a search, leading to the recovery of the firearms and ammunition. The exact quantity of live rounds seized has not yet been officially disclosed.
A senior police officer stated that the recovery of illegal arms underscores ongoing efforts to curb the unlawful possession and circulation of firearms in the district.
“We are verifying the source of the weapons and investigating whether the accused have links to any wider network,” an official said.
The accused have been taken into custody for interrogation.
Authorities are examining whether the seized pistols were intended for criminal activities or supplied through illegal channels. Further legal action is continuing under relevant provisions of the Arms Act.
The joint action between district police and railway authorities highlights coordinated efforts to strengthen security surveillance, particularly in areas connected to railway transit routes.
Police officials have assured that strict action will be taken against those found involved, and investigations are underway to determine the broader implications of the seizure.