According to the reports on Friday (21 February), seventeen militants from various banned outfits were arrested across four districts in Manipur within 24 hours, according to police reports. The largest operation took place in Bishnupur district, where security forces apprehended 13 members of the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) group from Moirang Kiyam Leikai. Authorities seized 27 cartridges, three walkie-talkie sets, camouflage uniforms, and other tactical gear during the raid. All those arrested were taken to Imphal for further investigation.
In a separate operation in Imphal East district, security forces arrested a militant belonging to the United National Liberation Front (P). Police stated that the individual was actively involved in extortion activities. The arrest highlights the continued efforts of law enforcement to curb financial networks supporting militant groups in the region. Officials have been conducting targeted operations to dismantle these outfits.
Another militant from the Kangleipak Communist Party (City Meitei) was arrested in the Ngaikhong Khullen area of Bishnupur district. Meanwhile, police apprehended an active cadre of the KYKL involved in extortion from Kakching Sumak Leikai in Kakching district. Security forces also captured a member of the KCP (PWG) from Pheidinga in Imphal West district, reinforcing their crackdown on militant activities.
These arrests are part of intensified security measures aimed at dismantling insurgent networks operating in Manipur. The recovery of weapons and communication devices suggests that the groups were preparing for further activities. Law enforcement agencies continue to monitor and conduct operations to prevent threats to public safety. The crackdown demonstrates the government’s commitment to maintaining stability in the region.
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