Imphal, August 23 — Manipur’s security forces have made significant strides in their anti-insurgency operations, uncovering a large cache of arms and ammunition across multiple districts. These operations are part of a concerted effort to address ongoing security challenges in both hill and valley areas of the state.
In a notable operation conducted in the Tekcham Maning Ching area of Thoubal District, security personnel recovered a wide array of weapons and explosives, including:
- One SGM carbine
- One M20 pistol
- Two 9mm pistols
- One bore belt action rifle
- Nine HE-36 hand grenades
- One 81mm mortar shell
- Two Green 80MK (WP) devices
- One tear gas grenade
- Seven tear smoke shells
- One stun shell
- 35 live ammunition rounds
- Three .303 blank cartridges
- Three 16mm cartridge signals
- One Baofeng radio set with charger
- A ten thousand Burmese note
In Nungaipokpi Village, Imphal East District, additional recoveries included:
- Two .32 pistols with magazines
- One 12-bore single barrel gun
- Three HE-36 hand grenades
- Six wood-piercing shells
- 15 blank cartridges
- Three detonators
- One 2” para illuminating bomb
- Five live ammunition rounds
- Three arming rings
- Three smoke grenades
- Four WP Green No. 80 MK1
- Three anti-riot shells
Beyond these recoveries, security forces also facilitated the movement of essential supplies, escorting 120 vehicles along NH-37 and 76 vehicles along NH-2. They established 105 checkpoints across various districts, leading to the detention of 168 individuals for various offenses.
These operations reflect the ongoing commitment of Manipur’s security forces to enhance peace and stability in the region, addressing both insurgent threats and logistical challenges.