Viral video of woman washing ‘katta’ leads to bust illegal arms racket in MP | WATCH

In a significant breakthrough, authorities in the Gwalior-Chambal region have uncovered an illegal arms manufacturing unit in Morena district, leading to the arrest of four individuals. The operation came to light following the circulation of a video showing a woman washing freshly manufactured country-made pistols called ‘katta’.

The video, which went viral on social media, caught the attention of local law enforcement, prompting an investigation. The footage showed a woman meticulously cleaning newly crafted kattas, raising suspicion about the existence of an illegal arms operation in the area. Acting swiftly, the police tracked down the location and raided the suspected site.

Video of a woman washing brand new kattas led to the busting of an illegal arms unit in Morena district of MP's Gwalior-Chambal region. 4 arrested. @NewIndianXpress @TheMornStandard @santwana99 @Shahid_Faridi_ pic.twitter.com/xRwwh74Jx5

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During the raid, the police discovered a fully operational arms manufacturing unit hidden in a remote part of the district. The unit was found equipped with tools and machinery used to produce kattas, a type of homemade firearm often associated with criminal activities in the region. Authorities seized several unfinished weapons, raw materials, and other equipment from the premises.

According to the reports, four suspects, believed to be involved in the illegal manufacturing and distribution of these weapons, were arrested during the operation. The detained individuals are currently being interrogated by the police, who are working to uncover the full extent of the illegal arms network and its connections. Meanwhile, the police have registered a case against them in Arms Act.

More details on the case are awaited…