Ex-Army Officer Khushboo Patani's Air Gun Advice Triggers Row. What Law Says
Former Army officer Khushboo Patani's advice for women to carry air guns for self-defense has sparked a legal debate in India. Experts clarify that while some air weapons are legal, they are strictly regulated under the Arms Rules, 2016, and misuse can lead to severe criminal charges.
Why it matters
It clarifies the legal boundaries of self-defense tools and warns against the misconception that air guns are unregulated toys.
Former Indian Army Major and fitness coach Khushboo Patani, the elder sister of actress Disha Patani, has shared a video urging women to learn self-defence and consider using a CO2-powered air pistol, saying women should not be entirely dependent on others for their safety.In the video, Patani said the equipment fires metal pellets and not live ammunition, stressing the importance of self-reliance amid growing concerns over women's safety, including the recent harassment incident in Bihar's Jamui district.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Major Khushboo Patani (@khushboo_patani)The post sparked debate online, with some users claiming air guns are completely unregulated or can be safely carried in public.
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