Daijiworld Media Network - Imphal
Imphal, Nov 2: In a major security operation, eight militants belonging to various banned insurgent outfits were arrested across five districts of Manipur within the past 24 hours, officials confirmed on Sunday. Several arms, explosives, and incriminating materials were also recovered from the arrested individuals.
According to police, the detained militants are members of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), and the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) — all proscribed organisations active in the region. The arrests took place in Jiribam, Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, and Kakching districts.
A senior police officer said the apprehended militants were involved in multiple criminal activities, including intimidation, extortion, and forcible collection of money from civilians, government employees, and contractors.
Recovered items include small arms, an improvised explosive device (IED), Aadhaar and PAN cards, mobile phones with multiple SIMs, and a car used in their operations.
In a separate search in the mountainous Kangpokpi district, security forces seized additional arms and ammunition, including five locally made bolt-action single-barrel guns, two wireless sets, and several combat uniforms and shoes.
Security operations have been intensified across the state, with forces conducting area domination and search missions in mixed-population and vulnerable areas. The police said that 115 checkpoints (nakas) have been set up across both hill and valley districts to curb illegal movements and intercept suspicious vehicles.
Additionally, security escorts were deployed along the Imphal–Jiribam National Highway (NH-37) to ensure the safe transport of essential goods. Authorities have enhanced security convoys through sensitive stretches to guarantee uninterrupted movement of supply vehicles.
The Manipur Police has urged citizens to remain alert and avoid spreading rumours or fake social media content, warning that sharing or uploading unverified videos or misinformation could lead to legal action.
Police also appealed to the public to return looted arms, ammunition, and explosives to nearby police stations or security force posts immediately.
“People are requested not to believe in rumours. The authenticity of any videos or audio clips should be verified with the Central Control Room. Uploading or circulating fake content will attract strict legal consequences,” the police statement added.
The latest arrests highlight the ongoing crackdown on insurgent activities as authorities continue efforts to restore peace and stability in the state.