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Indian security forces conducted successful joint operations across Manipur's hill and valley districts. The coordinated efforts between Spear Corps, Assam Rifles, and Manipur Police resulted in significant recoveries of weapons and ammunition. Eleven cadres were apprehended during the intelligence-based operations that spanned multiple districts. These operations demonstrate the security forces' commitment to maintaining peace in the troubled northeastern state.

Key Points: Indian Army Spear Corps Recovers Arms Ammunition in Manipur Operations

  • Joint operations conducted across 8 Manipur districts from August 11-17
  • 11 insurgent cadres apprehended during intelligence-based missions
  • Recovery includes 39 weapons including automatics, rifles and pistols
  • 11 IEDs and significant ammunition cache seized from various locations
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Security forces recover ammunition, warlike stores in Manipur

Indian Army Spear Corps with Assam Rifles and Manipur Police recover 39 weapons, 11 IEDs, and apprehend 11 cadres in week-long joint operations across Manipur districts.

"These coordinated efforts by #IndianArmy and #AssamRifles highlight their unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and security in #Manipur - Spear Corps"

Imphal, August 19

Indian Army troops of Spear Corps, in coordination with Assam Rifles and Manipur Police, recovered arms, ammunition, and warlike stores during intelligence-based joint operations in the hill and valley districts of Manipur.

According to a post on X by Spear Corps, the operations were conducted between August 11 and 17 across districts, including Jiribam, Tamenglong, Tengnoupal, Kakching, Churachandpur, Thoubal, Imphal West, and Imphal East.

"Intelligence-based joint operations were launched between 11-17 Aug 25 by #IndianArmy and #AssamRifles formations under #SpearCorps, with #Manipur_Police in the hill and valley districts of #Manipur, namely Jiribam, Tamenglong, Tengnoupal, Kakching, Churachandpur, Thoubal, Imphal West and Imphal East. The coordinated operations have resulted in apprehension of 11 cadres, recovery of 11 IEDs, 39 weapons comprising automatics, rifles, pistols, improvised mortars, grenades, ammunition and warlike stores," the post read.

https://x.com/Spearcorps/status/1957667657760874831

"These coordinated efforts by #IndianArmy and #AssamRifles highlight their unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and security in #Manipur," the post added.

Earlier, on August 11, Assam Rifles, in a joint operation with Thoubal Police Commandos, apprehended an active cadre of the Kangleipak Communist Party (People's War Group) [KCP (PWG)] from the general area of Tekcham Maning Leikai in Thoubal District of Manipur on 11 August 2025, a release said.

The meticulously planned operation was launched following credible inputs regarding the movement of KCP (PWG) operatives in the region. Demonstrating exemplary synergy and tactical precision, the joint team successfully intercepted and detained the individual, dealing a significant blow to insurgent activities in the area.

According to the release, a thorough search of the apprehended cadre led to the recovery of a .32 pistol with a magazine, five rounds of .32 live ammunition, forty-five rounds of 5.56mm live ammunition, four magazines of 5.56 mm INSAS rifle, and two mobile phones.

- ANI

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Priya S
This is such a relief to read. My cousin is posted in Manipur and we worry about his safety daily. More such operations needed to make the region safe for everyone.
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the security forces' efforts, we also need to address the root causes of insurgency. Development and dialogue should go hand in hand with security operations.
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Sarah B
Impressive coordination between Army, Assam Rifles and local police! This shows how effective joint operations can be in tackling security challenges.
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Vikram M
11 IEDs recovered is huge! These could have caused so much damage to innocent lives. Thank you to our brave soldiers for risking their lives to keep us safe. 🇮🇳
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Michael C
The recovery of 39 weapons including automatics and mortars shows the scale of the problem. Hope the government continues to support our forces with better equipment and intelligence capabilities.

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