Why are pellet guns used as a ‘non-lethal’ crowd-control measure? | Explained
This article explains the use of pellet guns and shock batons as non-lethal crowd-control measures following injuries sustained by protesters in Delhi. It details the mechanics of these weapons, their intended use, and the controversy surrounding their deployment against civilians.
The story so far: At least one of the 80 protesters injured in police action during the Monday (July 20, 2026) march to Parliament called by Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) sustained pellet gun injuries. The victim identified as Shaikh Irshad Mansoori (25), a resident of Gurugram, underwent surgery at a government hospital to remove the pellets lodged under his eye. Most pellets were lodged in the upper part his body.
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