Imphal: The Manipur police and security forces have launched a series of intensified intelligence-based combing operations and cordon and search efforts across the state, resulting in significant breakthroughs in curbing extortion-related activities by militant outfits. The operations aim to neutralise insurgent threats and ensure the safety of civilians.
Four active cadres belonging to different proscribed groups were arrested during the operations. Elangbam Sailesh Singh, 29, an active cadre of KCP (PWG), was apprehended in Thoubal, and a .32 pistol with ammunition was recovered from him. Ningthoujam Romen Singh alias Nanao, 35, an active cadre of KYKL, was arrested in Imphal East, and a mobile phone was seized from him.
Oinam Roshan Singh, 20, an active cadre of UNLF (Pambei), was nabbed in Imphal West, and Rs. 2,500, reportedly extorted from truck drivers, was recovered from him. Heikrujam Umakanta Singh alias Uma, 26, an active member of RPF/PLA, was arrested in Thoubal for his involvement in extortion activities.
To ensure public safety and uninterrupted movement of essential goods, search operations and area domination were carried out extensively in vulnerable zones. The movement of 356 vehicles on NH-2 and 187 on NH-37 carrying essential supplies was secured with strict security measures, including armed convoys. A total of 110 checkpoints were set up across districts, leading to the detention of 10 individuals.
A significant cache of arms and ammunition was recovered from the foothill of Kumbi Setupur in Bishnupur District. The seized items included SMG carbines, a modified CMG, a double-barrelled gun, a 9 mm pistol, live rounds of ammunition, and explosives.
The security forces continue to maintain a high level of vigilance across the state to tackle militant activity and ensure the safety and security of the population. The operations reflect the government’s commitment to neutralising insurgent threats and promoting peace and stability in the region.