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NDTV
4 days ago
- NDTV
15 Militants Arrested; Arms, Cache Of Ammunition Recovered In Manipur
Imphal: In a sustained series of operations, the Army and Assam Rifles units in close coordination with Manipur Police and other security forces arrested 15 active insurgent cadres and recovered 69 weapons, 16 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), and varied ammunition, officials said on Monday. Defence Spokesman Lt Col Amit Shukla said that based on specific information, combined forces conducted a series of raids during the past few days in Churachandpur, as well as Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur and Thoubal districts and apprehended 15 hardcore militants and recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition. The arrested militants belonged to four banned militant outfits -- United National Liberation Front (UNLF), Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL), Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), and People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK). According to Lt Col Shukla, the joint forces recovered 69 various types of weapons, 16 IEDs, a few grenades, other ammunition, radio sets, and other war-like stores. These also included earlier looted service weapons, country-made arms, and explosives capable of causing mass casualties. These coordinated actions underscore the firm resolve of the security forces to maintain peace and stability in the region while preventing the resurgence of insurgent activities, the defence spokesman said. Meanwhile, a senior Manipur police official said earlier in the day that ten more militants of different banned outfits were arrested during the past 24 hours by the joint forces. The ten militants arrested in three districts -- Imphal West, Imphal East, Bishnupur -- belonged to various factions of the KCP and PREPAK. Security personnel recovered pistols and various materials, including several mobile handsets, various documents, and some ammunition, from the possession of the arrested militants. The arrested militants were involved in kidnapping, firing incidents, extortion, seeking monetary demands and collection of extortion money from schools located in the Imphal valley area.
India Today
03-07-2025
- General
- India Today
44 Manipur students clear NEET, JEE with army's support under Super-50 scheme
The Indian Army has felicitated 44 students from Manipur who cleared the NEET and JEE 2025 examinations after receiving training at the Red Shield Centre for Excellence and Wellness, widely known as the 'Manipur Super-50'. The ceremony took place in Bishnupur district on Tuesday and saw attendance from both military and civil to Defence spokesperson Lt Col Amit Shukla, the programme aims to support students from underprivileged backgrounds with free coaching, mentorship, and resources. Run in partnership with the National Integrity and Educational Development Organisation (NIEDO), the initiative is part of a larger push by the Army to empower youth through education in conflict-affected JEE SUCCESS REFLECTS GRIT AND TIMELY SUPPORT Of the 44 students recognised, 37 qualified NEET and 13 cracked JEE, with six students clearing both. Notably, Philem Jenin Singh emerged as one of the state's NEET toppers, securing a 97.06 percentile. The students' success comes despite difficult circumstances, including frequent disruptions to their academic Col Shukla said many of them had studied through challenging conditions, but their determination to pursue education had remained firm. 'Their success is not just academic; it reflects resilience and clarity of purpose,' he felicitation ceremony was attended by Deputy Commissioner Pooja Elangbam, Superintendent of Police Ravi Kumar Ksh, and NIEDO Director Rohit Shrivastava. During the event, students and their parents interacted with officials and received awards as a mark of expressed gratitude to the Army and NIEDO, crediting the initiative for guiding their children towards a meaningful path. One parent remarked that without the Super-50 support, such opportunities would have been out of Indian Army, through this initiative, has reiterated its commitment to education and youth development in the defence spokesperson said such programmes not only change individual lives but also contribute to social progress and long-term peace in the Super-50 model, quietly gaining ground, now stands as an example of how targeted educational intervention can yield tangible outcomes -- both for the student and the society they return to.(WITH AGENCY INPUTS)- Ends
Time of India
03-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Indian Army's Super-50 initiative helps 44 Manipur students clear NEET, JEE
IMPHAL: Indian Army felicitated 44 Manipur students who cleared JEE and NEET examinations this year after being trained at the Red Shield Centre for Excellence and Wellness, commonly known as 'Manipur Super-50', officials said on Wednesday. Defence spokesman Lt Col Amit Shukla said that six out of these 44 students cleared both the NEET and JEE exams. Philem Jenin Singh is one of the Manipur state NEET toppers with a 97.06 percentile. Lt Col Shukla said that Manipur Super-50 is an initiative supported by the Indian Army in collaboration with National Integrity and Educational Development Organisation (NIEDO), aimed at providing free, high-quality coaching, mentorship and resources to talented students from underprivileged backgrounds in the state. This dedicated support has empowered many students to secure admissions in premier medical and engineering institutes across the country, transforming their aspirations into reality, he said. In NEET-2025, 37 students from the Super-50 successfully cleared the exam, marking a significant achievement for the programme. Despite numerous challenges, these students have displayed extraordinary resilience, dedication and focus, the spokesman said. According to Lt Col Shukla, many have been studying under difficult conditions, often amidst disruptions to normal life. Their success stands as a testament to their unyielding determination to pursue education, build a brighter future and be a responsible citizen. During the ceremony held in the Bishnupur district on Tuesday, Army and civil administration officials congratulated the successful students and interacted warmly with their parents, acknowledging the sacrifices and support provided by families. The hard work of the students and determination have brought pride to their families and communities, and their success reflects the positive impact of the Super 50 initiative, the official said. He said that their outstanding performance is a testament to their perseverance, as well as the focused mentorship and support provided under the Super-50 initiative. In JEE-2025, 13 students from the Super-50 qualified for the exam, showcasing the programme's academic excellence and commitment to nurturing future engineers. Prizes were presented to the achievers as a token of appreciation and encouragement. Parents expressed deep gratitude to the Indian Army for nurturing and guiding their children. The Indian Army reiterated its steadfast commitment to promoting education and youth empowerment in Manipur, emphasising that initiatives like the Red Shield Centre for Excellence and Wellness 'Manipur Super-50' not only transform individual lives but also contribute significantly to peace and progress in society, the defence PRO said. This event stood as a powerful symbol of hope, collaboration, and the limitless potential of Manipur's youth, he added. Bishnupur district Deputy Commissioner Pooja Elangbam, Superintendent of Police Ravi Kumar Ksh, and NIEDO Director Rohit Shrivastava were present in the felicitation ceremony. Is your child ready for the careers of tomorrow? Enroll now and take advantage of our early bird offer! Spaces are limited.
India.com
03-06-2025
- Climate
- India.com
Operation Jalrahat-2: Army Rescues Over 1,560 Flood-Hit People In Manipur
As torrential rains and flooding continue to disrupt normal life in Manipur's Imphal valley and its surrounding areas, the Indian Army has been at the forefront of relief and rescue efforts under the ongoing humanitarian mission 'Operation Jal Rahat-2', officials said on Tuesday. Manipur Disaster Management officials said that the flood situation in Manipur worsened on Tuesday, with over 1.64 lakh people affected and 35,143 houses damaged by the calamity, after several rivers overflowed and breached embankments following heavy rainfall in the state. The body of a 57-year-old man, who was washed away in floodwaters earlier, was found in the Imphal West district on Tuesday. Defence spokesman Lt Col Amit Shukla said that since 31 May 31, the Army has been working tirelessly across multiple flood-affected localities, providing critical assistance to the people of Manipur, operating under extremely challenging conditions. He said that Army columns have evacuated over 1,560 persons so far under 'Operation Jal Rahat-2'. Major evacuations have taken place in Wangkhei, where 584 individuals were rescued, and at state-run Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS), where 569 people, including 15 medical patients requiring urgent care, were safely evacuated. Lt Col Shukla said that in Khitai Chingangbam Leikai, 110 persons were evacuated to the safe areas, while 115 were rescued from Laishram Leikai. Rescue teams also evacuated 65 individuals from Lamlong and 75 from Heinjang, where operations included navigating through challenging terrain and a fast flood stream due to a breach in the bund of the Imphal river, he said. In a testament to their inclusive and compassionate approach, Army personnel also carried out special missions to rescue three specially-abled adults from different locations. Equipped with rescue boats, medical teams and essential relief materials, the Army troops have been operating in close coordination with Assam Rifles, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and the civil administration, the defence PRO said. Meanwhile, Medical Superintendent of JNIMS Prof. Kh. Lokeshwar Singh said that given the severe flooding caused by incessant rainfall and Its adverse impact on the JNIMS campus, including disruption of essential services and potential safety hazards, and decision taken in the emergency meeting on Tuesday, it was decided that the medical college hospital would remain closed temporarily until further notice. This decision has been taken in the interest of the safety of patients, healthcare workers, and hospital infrastructure, Singh said in a notification and added that emergency services, patient admission, and all non-essential medical services shall remain suspended during this period. Officials said that even as the water level of rivers flowing across the Imphal valley region decreased significantly, several areas of Imphal East district continue to be inundated for the fourth day on Tuesday. Over 640 localities, mostly in Imphal East district, have been affected, and 82.79 hectares of crop land have been flooded. Various agencies, including NDRF, rescued over 3,920 flood-hit people, while the government has set up 77 relief camps. According to officials, 102 landslides have been reported from across the state during the last four days.
Economic Times
15-05-2025
- General
- Economic Times
Exercise Raahat: Army, NDRF join forces for disaster relief excellence in Nagaland
The Indian Army's Spear Corps and NDRF conducted 'Exercise Raahat' in Nagaland, a disaster relief simulation focused on monsoon preparedness. The three-day event involved joint planning, equipment demonstrations, and rescue operation simulations. This collaborative effort aimed to enhance coordination and leverage technology for effective disaster response, ensuring better protection for communities. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Guwahati: Indian Army engineers under the Spear Corps collaborated with the National Disaster Relief Force (NDRF) to orchestrate a groundbreaking disaster relief exercise, aptly christened ' Exercise Raahat '.Defence spokesman Lt Col Amit Shukla on Thursday said that the meticulously planned 3-day exercise was held in Rangapahar Military Station in Nagaland from May 13 to 15 May, marking a new paradigm in the field of disaster management and response.'Exercise Raahat' was conceived with a singular vision of elevating the readiness and efficiency of disaster relief operations , especially with the looming spectre of the monsoon Col Shukla said that the exercise showcased a master class in synergy, drawing on the rich tapestry of experience and expertise of the Indian Army and leveraging each other's strengths and sharing invaluable lessons from past endeavours, the two organisations have set a new benchmark in disaster relief operations, he exercise unfolded over three action-packed days, with May 13 and 14 being dedicated to intensive planning sessions.'Here, the sharpest minds from both forces engaged in spirited discussions, war-gamed complex scenarios and dissected real-life case studies. Group discussions fostered dynamic responses, ensuring that every conceivable challenge was met with innovative solutions,' the Defence spokesman said that the culmination of 'Exercise Raahat' on May 15 witnessed a lecture-cum-demonstration. The sappers showcased a dazzling array of cutting-edge equipment and demonstrated the full spectrum of relief operations, including rescue missions and critical medical the skilled troops of NDRF exhibited their prowess with niche disaster relief equipment, underscoring their readiness to tackle any spokesman said that the demonstration was further enriched by the enthusiastic participation of flood relief columns from various units of the Spear Corps, reinforcing the emphasis on inter-agency cooperation Lt Gen Abhijit S Pendharkar, GOC, Spear Corps, addressed the participants and lauded the professionalism and dedication of all participants, duly emphasising that this exercise would catalyse enhanced preparedness and seamless synergy between Army and GOC noted that the integration of new technologies would further empower both organisations to respond swiftly and effectively to any kind of disaster.'Exercise Raahat' stands as a shining beacon of what can be achieved when vision, expertise and teamwork converge. As the monsoon season approaches, the lessons learned and bonds forged during this exercise will undoubtedly translate into lives saved and communities protected, the Defence spokesman stated.
