Pellet gun usage: Major incidents that shaped the crowd-control debate

The alleged use of a pellet gun in the Sansad march organised by the CJP has revived questions about a weapon that has been repeatedly criticised for causing severe injuries. Here’s a timeline of India’s major incidents

The Supreme Court ordered the Delhi government to treat all injured protesters. It questioned the feasibility of banning pellet guns for crowd control. The court directed the preservation of ammunition logs for effective investigation. It also emphasized the need for police to have adequate safety gear. The bench r