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Crime
Mohali Gangsters Prefer .30-Bore Pistol for Reliability
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 02:31 AM
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Local criminal groups in Mohali are increasingly relying on .30-bore pistols, citing higher trust in the weapon.
Police sources in Mohali say that a noticeable shift has occurred among local criminal networks, with many now favouring the .30-bore pistol for its perceived reliability. The trend was first reported by field officers monitoring arms circulation in the city.
According to the observations, gang members cite the .30-bore’s consistent performance and stopping power as key factors behind the preference. The caliber is viewed as more effective in close‑quarter confrontations, prompting a gradual replacement of older firearms within these groups.
Law enforcement agencies are tracking the rise in .30-bore usage to anticipate potential spikes in violent incidents. Officials stress that heightened surveillance of illegal arms trade and community awareness are essential to curb the spread of this weapon among organized crime.
According to the observations, gang members cite the .30-bore’s consistent performance and stopping power as key factors behind the preference. The caliber is viewed as more effective in close‑quarter confrontations, prompting a gradual replacement of older firearms within these groups.
Law enforcement agencies are tracking the rise in .30-bore usage to anticipate potential spikes in violent incidents. Officials stress that heightened surveillance of illegal arms trade and community awareness are essential to curb the spread of this weapon among organized crime.