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Security forces recover arms, ammunition in Manipur

In Churachandpur district, security forces seized a 7.62mm Self-Loading Rifle (SLR), a 12-bore single-barrel gun, a 9mm pistol, ammunition, and related equipment during a search in Phaikhothang village.

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Kohima: In a series of coordinated operations, the Indian Army, Assam Rifles, and Manipur Police successfully recovered 14 weapons, ammunition, and other war-like stores from various locations across Manipur’s hill and valley districts, including Churachandpur, Kangpokpi, and Thoubal.

Acting on specific intelligence, security forces conducted an operation on December 2, 2024, in the Loiching Ridge area of Kangpokpi district. The operation resulted in the recovery of a sniper rifle, a Lathode gun, two 9mm pistols, a single-barrel breech-loading (SBBL) gun, ammunition, and other war-like stores.

In Churachandpur district, security forces seized a 7.62mm Self-Loading Rifle (SLR), a 12-bore single-barrel gun, a 9mm pistol, ammunition, and related equipment during a search in Phaikhothang village.

Similar operations in Thoubal district on December 4 and 6, 2024, led to the recovery of one SLR, a carbine machine gun, a double-barrel rifle, two pistols, grenades, and ammunition from areas near Fungei Ching, Leirongthel Pitra, and Pechi. Additional arms and ammunition were also recovered from Pechi village.

The recovered weapons and materials have been handed over to Manipur Police for further investigation and disposal.

These operations underscore the robust coordination and cooperation between the Indian Army, Assam Rifles, and local law enforcement agencies. Their collective efforts reflect a steadfast commitment to maintaining peace and ensuring the safety and security of the region.

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