Major Breakthrough in Manipur: Four Militants Apprehended, Cache of Arms Seized

In a significant development bolstering peace and security efforts in the region, a combined team of security forces has successfully apprehended four cadres belonging to proscribed militant outfits in Manipur's Imphal West district. The meticulously planned operations also led to the seizure of a substantial cache of arms, ammunition, and other incriminating materials, marking a crucial step in curbing insurgency.

The arrests were made during a series of targeted search operations conducted by personnel from the Manipur Police, Assam Rifles, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).

These joint teams descended upon the Kanto Sabal and Kanglatongbi areas of the Imphal West district, known for their strategic importance and proximity to various community-dense regions. The coordinated efforts underscore the unwavering commitment of security agencies to maintain law and order and ensure the safety of citizens.

Among those apprehended were individuals identified as active members of the Kuki National Front-Military Council (KNF-MC) and the People’s Revolutionary Army (PLA).

These outfits have been responsible for various destabilizing activities in the past, and their capture represents a significant disruption to their operational capabilities.

The seized items paint a clear picture of the militants' preparedness and intent. Security personnel recovered two formidable single-barrel rifles, two cartridges, and a strategic array of communication devices including four walkie-talkie sets.

Further escalating the gravity of the seizure, a shotgun, six 9mm pistols, one .22 pistol, and one 7.65mm pistol were also confiscated. Accompanying these firearms were 55 assorted live rounds, eight additional radio sets, and other miscellaneous items crucial for their illicit operations. The sheer volume and variety of the recovered arsenal highlight the potential for widespread disruption that these arrests have prevented.

These successful operations are part of an ongoing, intensified drive by security forces to neutralize threats posed by armed groups and restore lasting peace in Manipur.

The continuous vigilance and strategic intelligence gathering have been instrumental in leading to such vital breakthroughs, sending a strong message that anti-social elements will not be allowed to undermine the stability of the region.