Pellet Guns Explained: From Kashmir to Delhi, Why the Controversy?
Did security forces use pellet guns during the student protests in Delhi? Why has their alleged use triggered such a massive political and legal controversy? In this special report, NDTV traces the history of pellet guns—from their introduction in Jammu & Kashmir in 2010 to their controversial role in crowd control—and examines why their reported use during the recent protests has become a flashpoint in Parliament. The programme looks at how pellet guns work, the injuries they can cause, the Supreme Court's observations on their use, the official denials by Delhi Police, and the questions that remain unanswered.
