Northeast Desk, 19th July: In a concerted effort to strengthen security in Manipur’s hill and valley districts, security forces have intensified search operations, leading to significant recoveries of arms and ammunition.
In the Churachandpur District, operations in Tuibong and surrounding areas have resulted in the seizure of two modified pump guns and one SBBL (12-bore) gun. This action is part of a broader strategy to reduce illegal arms possession and bolster regional security.
Simultaneously, in the Khongyam Heirikokthong area of Kakching District, security personnel uncovered a substantial cache of weapons and explosive materials. The recoveries included one carbine with a magazine, two air gun pistols, nine HE-36 hand grenades, four detonators for HE-36 grenades, one para 2″ mortar shell, one HE 2″ shell bomb, 48 empty cases, three anti-riot double blasts, two Baofeng sets with batteries, six tear smoke bombs, one INSAS LMG magazine, 20 shells, 13 live ammunition rounds, 36 empty cases, and other miscellaneous items.
These intensified operations demonstrate the security forces’ commitment to maintaining peace and safety in the region.