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Manipur Arms Cache Raid: How Joint Forces Recovered Stolen Weapons

Security forces successfully conducted a joint operation in Manipur's Bishnupur district. They recovered significant weapons including a looted INSAS machine gun and Chinese grenade. The operation was intelligence-based and targeted a specific weapons cache. All recovered items have been handed over to local police for further investigation.

Key Points: Assam Rifles Recovers Weapons in Manipur Bishnupur Operation

  • Joint operation conducted by Assam Rifles, Manipur Police and Indian Army
  • Weapons recovered included looted INSAS LMG and Chinese hand grenade
  • Operation launched based on specific intelligence about weapons cache
  • All recovered items handed over to Moirang Police Station for investigation
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In joint Op, Assam Rifles recover weapons from Manipur's Bishnupur

Joint security forces recover looted INSAS LMG, grenades, and war-like stores in intelligence-based operation in Manipur's Bishnupur district.

"The recovered items include one INSAS Light Machine Gun (LMG) with magazine (Registered No. 18531137, confirmed as looted) - Official Release"

Bishnupur, October 19

Assam Rifles, in conjunction with Manipur Police and Indian Army, recovered weapons and war-like stores during an intelligence-based operation in Manipur, a release said.

Based on specific intelligence inputs regarding the presence of a weapons cache, Assam Rifles, in conjunction with Manipur Police and the Indian Army, launched a joint operation in the general area of Phubala, Bishnupur District, Manipur, on October 13, it added.

The operation was initiated in the early hours with columns tactically moving to the general area. During the conduct of the operation, the team successfully recovered weapons, ammunition and other War Like Stores, the release stated.

"The recovered items include one INSAS Light Machine Gun (LMG) with magazine (Registered No. 18531137, confirmed as looted), one Single Barrel Breech Loading (SBBL) gun, one Chinese Hand Grenade, Five rounds of 5.56 mm INSAS live ammunition, Five Ballistite cartridges, Six 12 Bore cartridges, Three .303 rounds chargers, One Tube launching cylinder, one Baofeng Hand Held set, Three Bullet Proof (BP) helmets, Four BP plates, One rubber tube," a release said.

The recovered arms, ammunition, and war-like stores have been handed over to Moirang Police Station for further investigation.

Earlier, Assam Rifles recovered war-like stores during an intelligence-based operation in Vaphai, Champhai District and apprehended two individuals. A release said that based on specific intelligence regarding the transhipment of a large quantity of war-like stores, Assam Rifles launched an operation on October 17 in Vaphai, Champhai District.

During early hours on October 18, the team tried to stop a Camper vehicle and on being challenged to stop the individuals attempted to flee but were apprehended after a pursuit.A thorough search of the vehicle led to the recovery of 5800 pieces of gelinite rods, 10,500 meters of cordtex and 6000 pieces of detonators.

The individuals transporting the explosives were identified as Lalrinsanga and Vanlalliana.The recovered war-like stores, along with the apprehended individuals, were handed over to Dungtlang police station for further investigation.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the security forces' work, I'm concerned about how these weapons keep circulating. There must be better monitoring systems to prevent such large-scale weapon smuggling. The quantity of explosives recovered in Vaphai is alarming! 😟
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Arjun K
Excellent coordination between Assam Rifles, Army and local police. This is how internal security should work - precise intelligence followed by swift action. The recovery of military-grade weapons is particularly worrying though.
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Meera T
As someone from the Northeast, I know how important these operations are for our daily safety. But I wish the government would focus more on development and employment opportunities to address the root causes. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
The detailed list of recovered items shows how sophisticated these operations have become. Baofeng radio sets, bullet proof gear - this isn't amateur stuff. Kudos to our forces for their bravery and precision.
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Vikram M
Two major recoveries in one week! Shows the scale of the problem in border areas. Hope the investigation reveals the sources and networks behind this arms smuggling. Our jawans are doing incredible work in difficult conditions.

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