Imphal: Security forces in a significant breakthrough on Tuesday apprehended an active cadre of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party (People’s War Group), identified as Thounaojam Angangjao alias Maipak alias Pakhang (49), a resident of Koutruk Khunou Leikai, Lamsang Police Station, Imphal West district.
Angangjao, who has been on the radar for alleged extortion activities targeting the common populace, was found in possession of a mobile phone, a SIM card, and an Aadhaar card at the time of his arrest.
This operation comes amidst intensified security efforts across both hill and valley districts, with coordinated search and area domination exercises being conducted in fringe and vulnerable zones. These sustained efforts have yielded considerable success in unearthing hidden caches of weaponry and equipment.
In a related development, a substantial cache of arms, ammunition, and tactical equipment was discovered from the Lairenkabi Tera Urak Pali area, also falling under Lamsang PS, Imphal West. The recovered items paint a concerning picture of the group’s capabilities, including one modified .303 rifle with a magazine, two single-barrel guns, and three pistols with three magazines. Further recoveries include two rounds of 5.56 mm INSAS ammunition, a Baofeng handheld communication set, two cleaning brushes and laser light fitting parts, two tear gas shells, and one rubber bullet round.
Authorities also seized three bulletproof vests, six plates suspected to be used as bulletproof inserts, three sets of camouflage combat uniforms, three camouflage caps, and one camouflage magazine pouch, underscoring the preparedness of such proscribed outfits.