Haryana rights panel orders security review of police storerooms after theft of 32 firearms
The matter came before the Commission following a complaint filed on July 16, 2026, by advocate Gitanjali, a resident of Panchkula
On November 2, 2026, the Haryana Human Rights Commission (HHRC) ordered a comprehensive security review of police station storerooms across the state following the theft of 32 licensed firearms from the Sector 8 police station in Faridabad. The theft was reported on May 9, 2026, after 32 firearms were deposited by owners at the police station on January 16, 2026, according to the complaint filed by advocate Gitanjali on July 16, 2026.
The HHRC directed the director general of police (DGP) to investigate existing security arrangements, access controls, and supervisory mechanisms in police storerooms. The Commission cited concerns about the lack of supervision during the time the weapons were under the custody of apprentices, who were not regular police department employees.
The Commission emphasized that the theft could undermine public confidence in the police and pose a threat to public safety, as the stolen weapons could potentially be used in criminal activities. The DGP was asked to submit a comprehensive action-taken report by January 11, 2027, outlining the review and security measures adopted.
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