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Indian Army and Assam Rifles formations under Spear Corps conducted coordinated operations across Manipur. The week-long intelligence-driven missions targeted multiple districts from August 18-23. Security forces successfully apprehended eight cadres from various valley and hill-based insurgent groups. The operations also resulted in significant recovery of weapons, ammunition, and military equipment.

Key Points: Indian Army Assam Rifles Apprehend 8 Cadres in Manipur Operations

  • Security forces apprehended 08 cadres from various insurgent groups in Manipur
  • Operations recovered 10 weapons including AK-47 rifles and grenades
  • Multiple joint teams conducted raids across six Manipur districts
  • Recovered warlike stores included bulletproof jackets and communication sets
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Manipur: Joint operations by security forces result in apprehension of cadres, recovery of arms, ammunition

Joint security forces operations in Manipur from Aug 18-23 led to the arrest of 8 militants and recovery of 10 weapons, grenades, and ammunition across multiple districts.

"precise, intelligence-driven operations across Jiribam, Pherzawl, Bishnupur, Thoubal, Imphal West, and Imphal East - Spear Corps"

Imphal, August 26

In a series of joint operations across Manipur from August 18 to 23, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles formations under Spear Corps, in close coordination with Manipur Police, carried out precise, intelligence-driven operations across Jiribam, Pherzawl, Bishnupur, Thoubal, Imphal West, and Imphal East.

The operation led to the apprehension of 08 cadres from hill-and valley-based groups and the seizure of 10 weapons, grenades, ammunition, and other warlike stores.

On August 18, Assam Rifles and Imphal West Police Commandos apprehended two active KCP (MFL) cadres during a joint operation in Lamphel, Imphal West.

On August 19, a joint operation was carried out in the general area of Wangkhei Angom, Imphal East district, by Assam Rifles and Imphal West Police Commando, which led to the successful apprehension of a cadre of the Kangleipak Communist Party (Military Federal League) who was linked to extortion and intimidation activities in Imphal town. On the same day, Assam Rifles and Imphal East Police Commandos carried out another successful operation, apprehending a cadre of the Kangleipak Communist Party (People's War Group) in the Keirang area of Imphal East District, Manipur.

Similarly, on August 20, Assam Rifles and Thoubal Police Commandos apprehended three cadres of the Revolutionary People's Front/ People's Liberation Army in the general area of Kshetrileikai, Thoubal District of Manipur. On the same day, joint teams comprising Indian Army, CRPF, local police and commando personnel launched a search operation in a suspected area of Sunusiphai Paton, near Loktak Lake.

The recovered stores included one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, one single-barrelled rifle, one smoke grenade, one Baofeng set, live rounds of assorted calibre, blank cases of 7.62 mm and 5.56 mm, six bulletproof jackets, four ballistic helmets and two gummy bags.

On August 23, Assam Rifles and Bishnupur Police Commandos apprehended an active cadre of the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (Nongdrenkhomba) from Ningthoukhong Mayai Leikai, Bishnupur District.

Also, a joint operation with Manipur Police and CRPF, Assam Rifles carried out Area Domination Patrol in the general area of Chaudharykhal and Savomphai villages in the Jiribam and Pherzawl Districts of Manipur on the same day, leading to the recovery of one 7.62mm AK47, one 5.56mm INSAS LMG, one .303 rifle, one single-barrel rifle, one 9mm pistol, two no 36 grenades, nine 5.56mm live rounds, 20 7.62 mm live rounds, seven 9mm live rounds, four radio sets, two INSAS magazines, one AK47 magazine, one .303 magazine, one 9mm pistol magazine.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the efforts, I hope this is part of a larger strategy for lasting peace. Mere apprehension of cadres won't solve the deep-rooted issues. We need dialogue and development initiatives alongside security operations.
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Aman W
The recovery of so many weapons is alarming! Where are these arms coming from? Security agencies should investigate the supply chains. This is a national security concern beyond just Manipur.
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Nisha Z
As someone from Northeast, I appreciate the coordinated efforts between Army, Assam Rifles and local police. Joint operations show better coordination than before. Hope this brings some relief to the local residents. 👍
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Vikram M
The number of different militant groups mentioned here is concerning - KCP, PLA, RPF... Government needs to address why youth are still joining these outfits. Development and employment opportunities are the real solution.
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Sarah B
Impressive intelligence work! The precision in these operations across multiple districts shows good planning. Hope the apprehended cadres get proper rehabilitation instead of just punishment.

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