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The Assam Rifles conducted a key support weapons firing exercise at Darranga Field Firing Range to boost combat readiness. Recent joint operations in Manipur led to the recovery of 40 weapons and the arrest of 23 insurgents. Specialised teams successfully neutralised multiple IED threats in coordinated efforts. These operations highlight the forces' continued vigilance in counter-insurgency efforts.

Key Points: Assam Rifles Conducts Key Support Weapons Firing at Darranga Range

  • Assam Rifles conducts precision firing drills at Darranga Range
  • Joint forces recover 40 weapons in Manipur operations
  • Specialised teams neutralise IED threats in Imphal East
  • Multi-agency coordination leads to 23 insurgent arrests
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Assam Rifles conducts firing of key support weapons at Darranga Field Firing Range

Assam Rifles enhances combat readiness with support weapons firing at Darranga Field Firing Range amid recent successful counter-insurgency operations.

"Regular firing exercises at Darranga are integral to maintaining high levels of operational readiness. - Assam Rifles"

Guwahati, June 14

Assam Rifles on Saturday carried out firing of key support weapons at Darranga Field Firing Range in Assam, according to an official statement.

"Regular firing exercises at Darranga are integral to maintaining high levels of operational readiness. "These weapons play a vital role in enhancing the Force's combat effectiveness and precision," an official statement from the Assam Rifles said.

Earlier on June 9, in a series of operations, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles, under the aegis of Spear Corps, launched intelligence-based operations in the hill and valley districts, namely Kangpokpi, Thoubal, Kakching, Tengnoupal, Bishnupur, Jiribam, Imphal East and Imphal West between May 26 and June 5 in coordination with Manipur Police, CRPF, BSF, and ITBP.

The operations resulted in the apprehension of 23 cadres from the hill and valley-based groups and the recovery of 40 weapons, nine Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), grenades, ammunition and war-like stores.

Acting on specific intelligence inputs of the movement of cadres and the presence of IEDs in the general area of Chadong, Imphal East district, the Indian Army, using specialised resources like Explosive Detection Dogs, launched an operation on 27 May and recovered 05 IEDs connected in tandem, with a total of 35 kg of explosives.

Meanwhile, in another operation, a team of the Indian Army discovered a concealed hideout nearby, from where two 12-bore rifles, explosives, ammunition and war-like stores were recovered.

Acting on specific intelligence regarding the presence of arms and warlike stores in the general area of Khuangmun in Churachandpur District, a search operation was launched by the Indian Army and Manipur Police on June 1 and recovered two IEDs, seven weapons comprising a .303 rifle, four single-barrel rifles, three improvised mortars (Pompi), two IEDs, ammunition and other warlike stores.

In Kakching district, a joint operation launched by the Indian Army and Manipur Police on specific inputs in the general area of Wangoo in Kakching District on June 2 led to the recovery of two IEDs (approx. 8 kg), five weapons comprising an INSAS rifle, three single-barrel rifles, a double-barrel rifle, ammunition and war-like stores.

In Jiribam district, an intelligence-based operation launched by Assam Rifles in coordination with Manipur Police carried out a joint operation in the general area of Rashidpur Forest, Jiribam District, on June 2 and recovered five weapons: two single-barrel rifles, one double-barrel rifle, one improvised mortar (Pompi), grenades, ammunition, and war-like stores.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Proud of our security forces! These regular drills at Darranga are crucial given the security challenges in Northeast. The recent operations in Manipur show how alert our forces are. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While I appreciate our forces' efforts, I hope such operations also focus on winning hearts and minds in the Northeast. Development and dialogue should go hand-in-hand with security measures.
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Amit S.
The recovery of 40 weapons and IEDs is alarming! Shows how much work still needs to be done. Assam Rifles and Army are doing great work but need better coordination with local police.
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Neha T.
These exercises near the Bhutan border are strategic. With China's increasing influence in the region, we must maintain strong deterrence. Kudos to our jawans working in tough conditions!
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Vikram J.
The precision mentioned in the article is key. In counter-insurgency ops, avoiding civilian casualties is as important as neutralizing threats. Hope our forces continue this balanced approach.
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Sunita R.
As someone from Assam, I feel safer knowing our forces are so vigilant. But the government must also address why youth are picking up arms - unemployment is a big factor here.
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Karan P.
The use of explosive detection dogs shows how sophisticated our operations have become. Modern technology + traditional methods = effective security. More power to our forces! 💪

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