Dentist fires from her gun to celebrate 'pollution-free Diwali' in Uttarakhand | VIDEO

Doctor's celebratory gunfire: The clip, showing Dr. Dhingra firing rounds one after another, garnered widespread attention on social media.

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Doctor's celebratory gunfire: In Udham Singh Nagar, a local dentist, Dr. Anchal Dhingra, found herself in legal trouble after celebrating a pollution-free Diwali in an unexpected way. Dr. Dhingra fired five shots from her licensed pistol while standing beside her Thar vehicle at her farmhouse, capturing the moment on video. She then shared the video on her Instagram account, where it quickly went viral.

Video sparks immediate response

The clip, showing Dr. Dhingra firing rounds one after another, garnered widespread attention on social media. Authorities promptly took notice, and following an investigation, police registered a case against her under the Arms Act.

Legal consequences under Arms Act

The incident highlights the legal risks associated with celebratory gunfire, especially in a public forum. The police have made it clear that despite being licensed, firearm use outside specified guidelines is subject to strict penalties under the law.