Heard Shri M.P. Yadav, learned counsel for the petitioner and learned Stand#31;ing Counsel appearing for the respondents.

2. The present writ petition has been filed challenging the order dated 6.2.2009 passed by the District Magistrate Mau, whereby fire#31;arm licence of the petitioner has been can#31;celled.

3. Petitioner preferred an appeal against the order of the District Magistrate, which was also rejected by the order dated 3.9.2009.

4. Petitioner is licencee of 315 Bore rifle bearing number 06280 and 32 Bore revolver. The show cause notice dated 8.5.2008 has been served upon the petitioner and the peti#31;tioner submitted his explanation denying all the allegations made therein.

5. The case of the petitioner is that he is contractor of Central Storage Corporation and also a member of Kshettra Panchayat. During contractship some antisocial elements have opened fire upon him on 9.5.1993. As a result of which he lodged First Information Report under section 3071.P.C. and after trial accused were convicted for five years rigorous impris#31;onment with fine. Because of enmity against the petitioner in the locality, licence for rifle and revolver is necessary for safety and secu#31;r

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