MLA Veeri Detained with Ammo at Airport, Released Upon License Verification

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NVI Correspondent

Srinagar, Oct 27 (NVI) : Bashir Ahmad Veeri, Member of the Legislative Assembly from Bijbehara constituency and National Conference leader, was detained at Srinagar airport after ammunition was found in his baggage but was released upon presenting the license for his pistol.

While scanning his bag, two rounds of ammunition were found, an official said, adding that Veeri was en route to Jammu at the time.

He was taken to Police Station Humhama for questioning while further investigation is going on.

Meanwhile, an official said that Veeri was released after he presented the license for his pistol.—(News Vibes of India)