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Hindustan Times
04-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Over 200 weapons, 30 IEDs recovered in Manipur hill districts
Imphal, Security forces recovered over 200 weapons, including firearms, and war-like stores in operations lasting only a few hours in four hill districts of Manipur, a senior police officer said on Friday. Over 200 weapons, 30 IEDs recovered in Manipur hill districts INSAS rifles, self-loading rifles and improvised explosive devices were among those found in joint operations between Thursday midnight and Friday morning. "Acting on specific intelligence regarding the presence of a large cache of arms, ammunition and other warlike materials concealed in various locations, coordinated operations were launched simultaneously at multiple sites in the interior and suspected areas of Tengnoupal, Kangpokpi, Chandel, and Churachandpur districts," ADGP Lhari Dorjee Lhatoo said. The operations were launched by joint teams comprising Manipur Police, Assam Rifles, Army and Central Armed Police Forces, the police officer told a press conference. These operations resulted in the recovery of a large number of arms, ammunition, explosives and other warlike stores, Lhatoo added. The recovered weapons included 21 INSAS rifles, 11 AK series, 26 SLR, two snipers, three carbines, 17 .303 rifles, two MA assault rifles, three M 79 grenade launchers, 11 single-barrel bolt action, nine pistols, 18 single-shot breech loaded rifles and 38 Pumpis. The Pumpi is an umbrella term used for various improvised light weapons. Besides, the forces found 109 ammunitions of different types, 30 IEDs, 10 grenades, nine Pumpi shells and two lathode grenades, the officer said. "The Manipur Police reiterates its commitment to fostering a peaceful and secure Manipur. The public is urged to cooperate with the police and security forces, and to promptly report any suspicious activity or information related to illegal arms to the nearest police station or the Central Control Room," he said. Earlier in the day, the police said in an X post that security forces recovered at least 11 firearms and war-like stores in Churachandpur and Bishnupur districts. One person was also arrested for possessing an illegal handgun in Imphal East district. "Security forces continue to conduct search operations and area domination in the fringe and vulnerable areas across districts," the post read. Manipur, which witnessed the killing of at least 260 people in ethnic violence since May 2023, is currently under President's rule. The strife between the Meitei and Kuki communities also rendered thousands of people homeless, forcing them to stay in relief camps. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
The Hindu
04-07-2025
- The Hindu
Over 200 weapons, 30 IEDs recovered in Manipur hill districts
Security forces recovered over 200 weapons, including firearms, and war-like stores in operations lasting only a few hours in four hill districts of Manipur, a senior police officer said on Friday (July 4, 2025). INSAS rifles, self-loading rifles (SLRs) and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were among those found in joint operations between Thursday (July 3, 2025) midnight and Friday (July 4, 2025) morning. 'Acting on specific intelligence regarding the presence of a large cache of arms, ammunition and other warlike materials concealed in various locations, coordinated operations were launched simultaneously at multiple sites in the interior and suspected areas of Tengnoupal, Kangpokpi, Chandel, and Churachandpur districts,' Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Lhari Dorjee Lhatoo said. Opinion: Manipur — the difficult path to ushering in peace and winning trust The operations were launched by joint teams comprising Manipur Police, Assam Rifles, Army and Central Armed Police Forces, the police officer told a press conference. These operations resulted in the recovery of a large number of arms, ammunition, explosives and other warlike stores, Mr. Lhatoo added. The recovered weapons included 21 INSAS rifles, 11 AK series, 26 SLR, two snipers, three carbines, 17 .303 rifles, two MA assault rifles, three M 79 grenade launchers, 11 single-barrel bolt action, nine pistols, 18 single-shot breech loaded rifles and 38 Pumpis. The Pumpi is an umbrella term used for various improvised light weapons. Besides, the forces found 109 ammunitions of different types, 30 IEDs, 10 grenades, nine Pumpi shells and two lathode grenades, the officer said. 'The Manipur Police reiterates its commitment to fostering a peaceful and secure Manipur. The public is urged to cooperate with the police and security forces, and to promptly report any suspicious activity or information related to illegal arms to the nearest police station or the Central Control Room,' he said. Earlier in the day, the police said in an X post that security forces recovered at least 11 firearms and war-like stores in Churachandpur and Bishnupur districts. Security forces continue to conduct search operations and area domination in the fringe and vulnerable areas across districts. During these operations the following items were recovered: 01 (one) no. of .32 pistol with 02 (two) empty magazines and 02 (two) nos. of live rounds of… — Manipur Police (@manipur_police) July 3, 2025 One person was also arrested for possessing an illegal handgun in Imphal East district. 'Security forces continue to conduct search operations and area domination in the fringe and vulnerable areas across districts,' the post read. Manipur, which witnessed the killing of at least 260 people in ethnic violence since May 2023, is currently under President's rule. The strife between the Meitei and Kuki communities also rendered thousands of people homeless, forcing them to stay in relief camps.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Time of India
Manipur: Security forces recover over 300 rifles, other warlike stores; raids in five districts
NEW DELHI: A large quantity of arms and ammunition, including more than 300 rifles, was recovered from the five districts of Imphal valley, Manipur, a government official said on Saturday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now ADGP Manipur Police, Lhari Dorjee Lhatoo, said that the intelligence-led raids were conducted on the intervening night of June 13-14. "In the intervening night of 13-14 June, search operations were launched in the outskirts of 5 valley districts by joint teams of Manipur Police, CAPF, Army, and Assam Rifles. Explosives and other warlike stores were recovered by the joint teams. 151 SLR rifles, 65 Insas rifles, 73 rifles of other kinds, five carbine guns, 2 MP-5 guns and other warlike stores were recovered," Lhatoo said in a press conference in Imphal. The recovery was made during a joint operation carried out by Manipur Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), and the Army. The operation was based on intelligence inputs and was conducted on the night between Friday and Saturday, the official said. The seized items included 151 SLR rifles, 65 INSAS rifles, 73 other rifles, five carbine guns, two MP5 guns, 12 light machine guns, six AK series rifles, two Amogh rifles, one mortar, six pistols, one AR-15, and two flare guns. The official said that specific intelligence was received about a large number of arms and ammunition being hidden in various locations across the valley districts of Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, Kakching, and Thoubal. Based on this, simultaneous search operations were launched, leading to the recovery. He added that the operation is an important step in the ongoing work of the security forces to bring back normal conditions, maintain public order, and keep people and property safe in the state. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In addition to the 328 rifles and guns, the forces also recovered 591 magazines, 3,534 rounds for SLRs, 2,186 INSAS rounds, 2,252 rounds for .303 rifles, 234 rounds for AKs, 407 Amogh rounds, 20 pistol rounds (9mm), 10 grenades, three lathodes, and seven detonators. The police repeated their request for public cooperation in keeping Manipur safe. They asked people to report any suspicious activities or information about illegal weapons to the nearest police station or to the Central Control Room. The official also said that senior police officers are in regular contact with all security agencies to make sure such operations continue in a focused way.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Time of India
Manipur: Security forces recover 328 weapons in major crackdown across valley districts
Imphal: Joint teams of Manipur Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), the Army, and Assam Rifles have recovered a massive cache of 328 firearms, including SLR and Insas rifles, along with explosives and warlike stores during coordinated searches across five valley districts, according to local police officials. ADGP Manipur Police, Lhari Dorjee Lhatoo, said that the intelligence-led raids, conducted on the intervening night of June 13-14, mark a major breakthrough in efforts to curb violence and restore stability in the strife-torn state. "In the intervening night of 13-14 June, search operations were launched in the outskirts of 5 valley districts by joint teams of Manipur Police, CAPF, Army and Assam Rifles. Explosives and other warlike stores were recovered by the joint teams. 151 SLR rifles, 65 Insas rifles, 73 rifles of other kinds, five carbine guns, 2 MP-5 guns and other warlike stores were recovered," Lhatoo said in a press conference here. "The total guns and rifles recovered are 328 in number. These intelligence-based operations mark a major achievement for the Manipur Police and the security forces in their continued efforts to restore normalcy, maintain public order, and ensure the safety and security of citizens and their properties," he added. Earlier this week, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles, under the aegis of Spear Corps, launched intelligence-based operations in the hill and valley districts, namely Kangpokpi, Thoubal, Kakching, Tengnoupal, Bishnupur, Jiribam, Imphal East and Imphal West between May 26 and June 5 in coordination with Manipur Police, CRPF, BSF, and ITBP, according to a press release. Live Events The operations resulted in apprehension of 23 cadres from the hill and valley-based groups and recovery of 40 weapons, nine Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), grenades, ammunition and war-like stores. Acting on specific intelligence inputs of movement of cadres and presence of IEDs in the general area of Chadong, Imphal East district, the Indian Army, using specialised resources like Explosive Detection Dog, launched an operation on 27 May and recovered 05 IEDs connected in tandem, with a total of 35 kg of explosives. Meanwhile, in another operation, a team of the Indian Army discovered a concealed hideout nearby, from where two 12-bore rifles, explosives, ammunition and war-like stores were recovered. Acting on specific intelligence regarding the presence of arms and warlike stores in the general area Khuangmun in Churachandpur District, a search operation was launched by the Indian Army and Manipur Police on June 1 and recovered two IEDs, seven weapons comprising leading to the recovery of a .303 rifle, four single-barrel rifles, three improvised mortars (Pompi), two IEDs, ammunition and other warlike stores.
