NewKerala.com

Key Points

A key suspect in the ambush on Assam Rifles personnel has been apprehended in Manipur. The arrested individual, Khomdram Ojit Singh, is a bailed-out member of the PLA who admitted to continuing work for the group. Based on his disclosures, security forces recovered a significant cache of weapons used in the attack. Operations are ongoing to arrest other individuals involved in the ambush.

Key Points: PLA Member Khomdram Ojit Singh Arrested for Assam Rifles Ambush

  • Khomdram Ojit Singh confessed to direct involvement in the September 19 ambush targeting 33 Assam Rifles personnel
  • A joint security force operation based on specific intelligence led to his apprehension
  • Arms recovery included multiple assault rifles, magazines, and hundreds of rounds of ammunition
  • Security forces are conducting further raids to apprehend other individuals involved in the attack
2 min read

Manipur: Accused in September 19 ambush on Assam Rifles apprehended

Security forces arrest Khomdram Ojit Singh, a bailed-out PLA member, for the September 19 ambush on 33 Assam Rifles in Manipur, recovering a large cache of weapons.

"He admitted to being a bailed-out member of the PLA and stated that he continues to work for the group. - Manipur Police"

Imphal, September 24

Acting on specific information about the presence of armed militants in the Kameng area of Imphal West, a joint team of District Police Imphal West, Bishnupur, 33 Assam Rifles, and other security forces launched a special operation at around 1:00 am on Wednesday, as per the release.

https://x.com/manipur_police/status/1970752686753796351

During the operation, Khomdram Ojit Singh, also known as Keilal (47), was apprehended. At the spot examination, he admitted to being a bailed-out member of the PLA and stated that he continues to work for the group. He also revealed that he had been previously arrested on April 22, 2007.

Further examination revealed that Singh was directly involved in the ambush on September 19, 2025, at Sabal Leikai, Nambol (District Bishnupur), at around 5:30 pm, targeting 33-AR personnel.

After firing at the AR personnel, he, along with other persons, fled towards the Loktak lake side and hid their arms and ammunition at a secret location.

Based on Singh's disclosures, security forces recovered several arms and ammunition used in the ambush, including an A4 rifle with four magazines, an HK rifle with two magazines, two AK rifles with five magazines, and an INSAS rifle with three magazines. Additionally, three lathode shells, 170 rounds of AK ammunition, 216 rounds of M/16 ammunition, 67 rounds of INSAS ammunition, a mobile handset, a wallet, and an Aadhaar card were also seized.

Examination of the arrested person is continuing, and certain leads have been established. Raids are being conducted to apprehend other individuals involved in the ambush.

Earlier, in another operation, Security Forces in Manipur arrested an active cadre of the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) from his residence at Nungol Makha Leikai under Lamlal Police Station, Imphal East district.

According to the Manipur Police, the arrestee, identified as Kshetrimayum Brajamohon Singh alias Ingo (53), was allegedly obstructing the implementation of government schemes and programmes, threatening to shut down shops and establishments in the Lamlai area. From his possession, a mobile phone was seized.

The Police said that Security Forces continued to conduct search operations and area domination in the fringe and vulnerable areas across the districts of the State.Intelligence-based combing operations and cordon and search operations were being carried out extensively to nab those involved in extortion and criminal activities in the state, said the police.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

R
Rajesh Q
How was a person arrested in 2007 for militant activities out on bail and still operating? Our judicial system needs to be tougher on such cases. This puts innocent lives at risk.
A
Aditya G
The recovery of such sophisticated weapons is alarming. Where are these arms coming from? Need better border surveillance and crackdown on smuggling routes.
M
Meera T
As someone from the Northeast, I appreciate the detailed reporting. Often mainland media ignores the complexities of our region. Hope this leads to lasting peace in Manipur. 🙏
S
Sarah B
The second arrest shows these groups are also disrupting daily life and development. Obstructing government schemes affects ordinary citizens the most. Strong action needed.
V
Vikram M
Intelligence-based operations are the way forward. Better than large-scale operations that inconvenience locals. Hope they get all the culprits without collateral damage.
K
Kavya N
While I support the operation, I hope the investigation follows due process. Sometimes innocent people get caught in these situations. The rule of law must prevail.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50