Indian Army, Assam Rifles Arrest 15 Insurgents in Manipur; Cache of Arms Recovered

Kohima: In a major counter-insurgency push, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles, in close coordination with Manipur Police and other security agencies, have apprehended 15 active insurgents and recovered a large cache of arms and explosives during a series of operations conducted between July 29 and August 4 across multiple districts of Manipur.

According to a press release issued by the PRO and spokesperson of the Ministry of Defence, the operations were carried out in Bishnupur, Churachandpur, Thoubal, Imphal West, and Imphal East districts based on specific intelligence inputs.

The joint operations led to the seizure of:

• 69 weapons, including looted service firearms and country-made arms,
  
  

• 16 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs),
  
  

• Grenades, ammunition, radio sets, and other war-like stores.
  
  

The Ministry further stated that the recovered materials included explosives capable of causing mass casualties.

Key recoveries were made from forested and high-risk zones such as Dampi Ridge, Tollen, and K Geljang in Churachandpur, along with several locations in Imphal East and West. Notably, self-styled leaders of banned insurgent groups like KCP, PREPAK, KYKL, and UNLF-P were among those apprehended.

“These operations underscore the unwavering resolve of the security forces to maintain peace and stability in the region and to prevent any resurgence of insurgent activities,” the statement added.

Authorities have reiterated their commitment to continue such operations to ensure the safety of civilians and uphold law and order in the conflict-sensitive regions of Manipur.