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Security forces conducted week-long operations across Manipur, arresting 15 insurgents and seizing deadly weapons. Key leaders of banned outfits like KCP and UNLF-P were captured in forested areas. The raids recovered looted arms and explosives capable of mass casualties. The coordinated ops demonstrate India's resolve to curb insurgent activities in the Northeast.

Key Points: Indian Army Nabs 15 Insurgents in Major Manipur Counter-Terror Ops

  • Joint forces recover 69 weapons & 16 IEDs in Manipur raids
  • 15 insurgents from KCP, PREPAK, KYKL arrested
  • Operations target Dampi Ridge, Tollen high-risk zones
  • Security forces prevent resurgence of violence in volatile region
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Security forces conduct major counter insurgency Ops across Manipur

Security forces seize 69 weapons & arrest 15 insurgents in Manipur, including leaders of banned groups like KCP & UNLF-P.

"High-value targets, including self-styled leaders of outlawed outfits, were apprehended. – Ministry of Defence"

Kohima, August 5

In a sustained series of operations, based on specific information were conducted from July 29 to August 4, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles units in close coordination with Manipur Police and other agencies, launched a large number of joint operations across Bishnupur, Churachandpur, Thoubal, Imphal West, and Imphal East districts of Manipur.

A press release by PRO & spokesperson of Ministry of Defence stated that the the operations led to the apprehension of 15 active insurgent cadres belonging to various valley and hill-based groups and the recovery of 69 weapons, 16 Improvised Explosive Devices, grenades, ammunition, radio sets, and other war-like stores. These also included looted service weapons, country-made arms, and explosives capable of causing mass casualties, the release added.

Key recoveries were made during multiple operations in forested and high-risk areas including Dampi Ridge, Tollen, and K Geljang in Churachandpur, as well as Imphal East and West. High-value targets, including self-styled leaders of outlawed outfits like KCP, PREPAK, KYKL, and UNLF-P, were apprehended, it added.

These coordinated actions underscore the firm resolve of the security forces to maintain peace and stability in the region while preventing the resurgence of insurgent activities, the release added.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the security forces' efforts, I hope they're also focusing on rehabilitation programs. Just military action won't solve the root causes of insurgency in the long run.
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Arjun K
The recovery of 69 weapons is shocking! Imagine if these had been used against civilians. Salute to our brave soldiers working in such difficult terrain. 🙏
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Sarah B
As someone who has visited Manipur, I can say the local people just want peace and development. Hope these operations bring stability to the region.
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Vikram M
The coordination between Army, Assam Rifles and local police is commendable. This is how we should tackle security challenges - united and determined.
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Kavya N
My cousin is posted in Manipur. The stories he shares about the challenges they face daily... We civilians can never truly understand their sacrifices. God bless our forces.
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Michael C
Important to remember that many insurgents are just misguided youth. Along with operations, we need education and job opportunities in these areas to prevent recruitment.

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