Odisha police dismantle illegal gun-making unit, arrest four

Police in Odisha and Kolkata have shut down an illegal gun-making operation in Cuttack, arresting four suspects. The raid uncovered 29 semi-finished pistols and various manufacturing equipment hidden behind a fake cowshed at a residential property. The suspects include three men from Bihar and the house owner. They allegedly sold each pistol for 5,000 to 6,000 rupees and had been operating for about 18 months. Investigators are now tracing the distribution network and potential customers. Authorities noted the operation's proximity to a police station, highlighting the criminals' boldness and concealment tactics. The investigation continues to assess the impact of these illegal firearms on crime across state lines.