Assam Rifles and Thoubal Police Commandos said they carried out a joint operation in the Purnaheitupokpi area of Kakching district in Manipur, recovering a large cache of weapons, ammunition and military stores that they described as a major blow to insurgent elements in the region. The Assam Rifles posted on X that the operation underlined the security forces’ commitment to maintaining peace and security.
The recoveries included one .32 pistol (USA-made) with four rounds, two SBBL guns, two detonators, and assorted ammunition: 17 AK rounds, 18 SLR rounds, 29 rounds of .303 ammunition and three INSAS rounds. Also seized were a striker spring, two tear-smoke shells, 12 stickers bearing a KCP logo and one bipod.
Security clothing and protective gear recovered during the operation comprised 12 bulletproof plates, two bulletproof fibre plates, two helmets, one bulletproof jacket, 60 combat shirts, 57 combat pants, two combat jackets, 18 combat caps, eight pairs of combat shoes, 23 combat belts and one MP‑5 sling.
The Assam Rifles said the recovered weaponry, ammunition and stores have been handed over to Heirok Police Station for further investigation and legal proceedings.
In a related action, security forces launched a joint operation in the Horei Kaphung Hills (Lower Leishan Ridge) where about a dozen armed individuals were sighted on the ridge. While some fled, eight people were detained, disarmed and subsequently released after being issued a stern warning not to enter the hill areas or carry weapons, which are prohibited. A large quantity of arms, ammunition and war‑like stores was also recovered from unauthorised bunkers on the hilltop. Security forces said they will continue such operations to safeguard affected communities and villages. (ANI)
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Publish Date: 2026-06-14 08:39:00
