Security forces recover huge arms cache from Manipur hills

Security forces have recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition in several hill districts of Manipur over the past few days, police said. According to police, the recovery was made during search operations in the interior parts of Churachandpur, Pherzawl, Kangpokpi, Chandel and Tengnounpal districts.

As many as 155 weapons were recovered including 8 AK series rifles, two INSAS, a sniper rifle, eight 9 mm pistols, 21 single-barreled guns, among others. Along with the weapons, the security forces also recovered 39 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), 13 hand grenades and over 1,600 assorted live ammunition, police said.

“These continued intelligence-led operations in the hill districts represent a major accomplishment for the Manipur Police, Assam Rifles and other security forces in their continued mission to restore peace, uphold public order, and safeguard the lives and property of citizens,” a senior police official said. ENS