2 Myanmar-Based Militants Held In Manipur

Guwahati: Two active militants of the Myanmar-based underground outfit, ‘People Defence Force’ (PDF) were arrested in Tengnoupal district of Manipur.

Based on specific input, Manipur police along with Railway and in-charge Special Commando Unit conducted a frisking and checking at the India-Myanmar border near Jangnoi village.

During the operation, one pistol, some live rounds of ammunition and Myanmar currencies have been seized by the police officials from the duo’s possession.

The two arrested militants have been identified as Neipaing (38), a resident of Tamu Thauyuwate, and Yeyint Aung (35) from Uphapha of Tamu, both in Myanmar.