FIR Filed Against Blinkit After Police Allege Sale of Prohibited Knives Online

Delhi Police file FIR against Blinkit over alleged sale of illegal knives via its app; 50 prohibited weapons seized and supply chains under investigation.

Pune | 19 February, 2026- Delhi Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against the quick-commerce platform Blinkit after allegedly discovering the sale of prohibited knives via its mobile application. The action follows investigations into recent criminal cases in West Delhi, where suspects revealed that they had purchased knives through the Blinkit app, prompting authorities to probe the listings and assess compliance with arms regulations. The FIR, filed at Khyala Police Station under Sections 25, 54, and 59 of the Arms Act, covers violations related to possession, sale, and distribution of prohibited weapons.

Police sources said the probe began after two separate criminal incidents in the Khyala area were linked to knives purchased online. Investigators conducted a controlled test purchase of a folding knife through the Blinkit app, which was later examined and found to exceed the government’s permissible size limits — measuring 8 cm in length and 2.5 cm in width, above the legal allowance of 7.62 cm length and 1.72 cm width. Following this, searches at multiple Blinkit “dark stores” led to the seizure of 50 prohibited knives across locations including a warehouse in Farrukhnagar, Gurugram.

Authorities are now investigating the supply chain, procurement process, and inventory sources linked to the sale of these knives. Police have not ruled out further arrests if additional individuals facilitating distribution are identified. Officials have also emphasised the broader implications for online marketplaces, urging stricter adherence to legal norms and tighter compliance frameworks to prevent the sale of dangerous products to the public.

Blinkit has not yet issued an official statement regarding the FIR. Industry experts note that this case could set a precedent for how quick-commerce and e-commerce platforms are held accountable for the products sold via their apps. Analysts suggest that companies should strengthen product verification and compliance systems to prevent illegal items from being listed and delivered. Legal observers further highlight that the outcome of the investigation may influence regulations and enforcement of digital marketplace accountability across India.

The FIR and seizure of illegal knives underscore growing concerns about the unchecked availability of dangerous items through online platforms. With law enforcement closely monitoring supply chains and investigating potential violations, the case highlights the need for stricter oversight, better platform compliance, and proactive monitoring to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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