Security forces in Manipur have successfully conducted search operations and area domination efforts in vulnerable districts, leading to the recovery of arms, ammunition, drugs, and the arrest of armed miscreants.
In a press statement released on Friday, the Manipur police detailed their operations in the hill and valley districts. The search led to the discovery of a significant cache of weapons and ammunition in Keirao Khunou, Imphal East. Among the recovered items were one MA4 assault rifle, a 12-bore single-barrel gun, a 9mm pistol, a .32 pistol, five hand grenades, and more. Additionally, an internet satellite antenna, router, and FTP cables were found, suggesting possible communication and surveillance activities linked to the armed groups.
In a separate operation in Bishnupur district, security forces seized several firearms, including an SLR rifle, two .303 rifles, a pump-action gun, and various ammunition and equipment. They also recovered items such as KCP (PWG) badges, mobile chargers, and sleeping bags, all linked to armed groups.
On Thursday, security forces apprehended four armed miscreants, including a member of the KNF (Kuki National Front), who had been terrorizing villagers in Churachandpur district. The arrested individuals were found with firearms and ammunition, including a Myanmar-made MA-1 Mk I assault rifle.
Additionally, the police carried out a poppy destruction operation in Molham village, Kamjong district, where they destroyed 10 acres of poppy plantations. Two poppy cultivators were arrested in connection with the illegal activity.
In another major drug bust, Manipur police seized 150 soap cases containing 5.87 kg of brown sugar from a residence in Senapati district. Four individuals were arrested in connection with the drug trafficking operation.
These operations are part of the ongoing efforts by security forces to maintain law and order and combat illegal activities in the region.
