Kohima: The Dimapur Urban Chairman Federation is sounding the alarm on a reckless trend. People are firing air rifles and pellet guns in crowded residential neighborhoods. The group warns this behavior threatens property and public safety. A recent incident left a homeowner with a shattered windowpane after a pellet struck near an occupied living space. Fortunately, nobody suffered injuries during that event.
The federation acknowledges that air guns have niche uses for pest control or recreation. Those uses do not apply to city streets or backyards. "Urban residential zones are not target ranges," the organization stated. They are pushing for an immediate end to firing projectiles near children, vehicles, and homes.
Colony councils are ramping up community monitoring to catch offenders. They plan to report any sightings of air rifles or firearm-like weapons to the police. The federation wants municipal authorities to review licenses and clarify rules surrounding high-powered weapons. Leaders are scheduled to meet with law enforcement soon to firm up reporting channels and enforcement protocols. Residents should report all unauthorized shooting or brandishing of weapons to local authorities immediately.
Updated at 11th September 2026 at 9:48am
The federation identified potential risks beyond property damage, noting that stray projectiles could cause permanent eye injuries or serious physical harm to bystanders. They also clarified that they are working to ensure local councils coordinate directly with law enforcement to verify firearm licensing compliance among residents.
"The initiative was aimed at strengthening public safety and maintaining secure and liveable neighbourhoods in Dimapur," the federation said in a statement.
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