The Sindh government has issued a new standing order allowing individuals holding a computerized arms license to carry their licensed weapon in a concealed manner without requiring any additional permit.
According to the notification issued by the Sindh Home Department, the order has been implemented in the public interest across the province.
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The standing order, dated February 2, 2026, clarifies that a person with a valid computerized arms license is legally permitted to carry the weapon mentioned on the license, provided it remains concealed and is not brandished or openly displayed.
The notification further states that no separate carry permit or additional documentation will be required for licensed individuals under this directive.
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This move is expected to reduce confusion among license holders and law enforcement agencies regarding legal weapon carrying.
In another key clarification, the order allows a retainer named on the computerized arms license to carry the licensed weapon, but only when accompanied by the actual license holder.
Authorities stressed that the presence of the licensee is mandatory in such cases to ensure compliance with the law.
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Officials said the order has been circulated to all relevant departments, including the Sindh Police, Pakistan Rangers (Sindh), commissioners, deputy commissioners, and senior superintendents of police across the province.
The Inspector General of Police, Sindh, has been requested to ensure dissemination and implementation of the order in all districts.
The Home Department emphasized that the concealed carry condition must be strictly followed. Any act of weapon display, misuse, or violation of arms laws will remain punishable under existing legal provisions.
