Thoubal, Manipur — In a significant security operation, Manipur Police apprehended five members of the Kangleipak Communist Party (People’s War Group) (KCP-PWG) from Charangpat Mayai Leikai in Thoubal district. The arrested individuals, suspected of being involved in a series of criminal activities, including abduction and extortion, have been identified as:
- Thokchom Bikram Singh (29)
- Sinam Bijen Singh (37)
- Thangjam Deepak Singh (30)
- Lambamayum Naobi Singh (26)
- Huiningsumbam Ton Singh (21)
During the operation, police seized key items linked to the group’s alleged activities, including a 36 HE hand grenade, two demand letters issued by the KCP-PWG, five mobile phones, 13 SIM cards, and a four-wheeler vehicle. Investigations are underway to further assess the extent of their involvement in insurgent-related crimes.
In another operation on November 2, Manipur Police arrested a member of the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK-PRO) in the Kumbi area of Bishnupur District. The individual, 32-year-old Nongmaithem Gunamani, also known as Allu, was reportedly engaged in extortion activities in the region. Police seized a 36-type hand grenade, a two-wheeler, and a mobile phone during his arrest.
In response to growing security concerns, Manipur Police and security forces have intensified joint operations across vulnerable hill and valley districts. These efforts include widespread search operations and area control measures to curb insurgency threats and ensure stability.
Amid heightened security measures, authorities facilitated the safe passage of 309 vehicles carrying essential supplies on National Highways 37 and 2. Security convoys have been deployed along vulnerable segments of these routes to prevent disruptions and maintain an uninterrupted flow of goods.
To reinforce security further, Manipur Police set up a network of 110 checkpoints, or ‘Nakas,’ across various districts, including both hill and valley areas. Police detained nine individuals for alleged violations as part of these security operations, underscoring the state’s dedication to maintaining peace and safety amid ongoing tensions.
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