Security Forces in Manipur Conduct Search Operations, Recover Cache of Arms and Ammunition in Hill and Valley Districts

In a bid to bolster security measures, security forces executed extensive search operations and intensified area domination efforts in the fringe and vulnerable areas of hill and valley districts. The operations yielded a significant cache of arms and ammunition, underscoring the ongoing challenges posed by insurgency and unrest in the region.

During the meticulous search operations, security personnel made several noteworthy recoveries, including:

– 01 (one) SBBL gun
– 01 (One) SMG Carbine with magazine
– 01 (one) pistol with magazine
– 04 (four) 51mm mortar bombs
– 08 (eight) 36 HE Hand Grenades
– 05 (five) tear smoke shells soft nose
– 01 (one) Improvised Explosive Device (IED)
– 01 (one) Walkie Talkie
– 01 (one) dye marker grenade with irritant Anti-Riot
– 02 (two) Cartridges 38mm Anti-Riot with Rubber Bullet
– 13 (thirteen) live ammunitions
– 01 (one) Helmet
– 01 (one) SLR magazine
– 01 (one) packet of CAT ll 83mm explosives

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The recovery, made from Yerum Ching, Thoubal District, marks a significant success for security forces in their ongoing efforts to combat insurgency and maintain peace and stability in the region.

Authorities have reiterated their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of residents, vowing to continue such proactive measures to thwart any attempts to disrupt peace and tranquility. The recovered arsenal will undergo a thorough forensic examination as part of ongoing investigations to trace its origin and apprehend those involved in illegal arms trafficking and militant activities.