In a series of successful joint operations on February 3, 2025, Assam Rifles, in coordination with Manipur police, apprehended eight insurgent cadres from different locations in the state. These joint operations were based on specific information about the presence of cadres involved in extortion and other unlawful activities, informed a press release by PRO & Spokesperson, Ministry of Defence, Manipur, Nagaland and Southern Arunachal Pradesh.

In the first operation, Assam Rifles and Manipur Police apprehended an active KYKL cadre in Wabagai Lamkhai, Kakching District. The individual was allegedly involved in extortion activities and was intercepted while traveling in a Maruti A-Star car. A thorough search of the vehicle  led to the recovery of two mobile phones and the vehicle.  Questioning the individual on the spot revealed his affiliation as KYKL Cadre and that he was engaged in extortion.

In another joint operation, Assam Rifles and Manipur Police apprehended a cadre of the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) Progressive in Yaripok, Thoubal district. The individual was allegedly involved in extortion and intimidation activities in Thoubal town.

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In another major breakthrough, Assam Rifles and Manipur Police apprehended five cadres of the Kangleipak Communist Party (City Meitei) in Sangakpham, Imphal East district. The intelligence gathered by Assam Rifles pointed to the presence of active KCP (City Meitei) cadres in general area Sangakpham, Imphal East district with reports linking the individuals to extortion and intimidation. Search operation resulted in the recovery of a 9mm Pistol with a magazine, two No 36 hand grenades, ammunition, three mobile phones and cash.

Additionally, Assam Rifles and Manipur Police successfully apprehended a cadre of the Kangleipak Communist Party (Military Council) in Singjamei, Imphal East district. The search based on specific intelligence about a KCP(MC) cadre involved in extortion and intimidation, led to the recovery of a grey Jupiter scooter (Regn No MN 06 SK 4091), a mobile phone and a Mahindra pickup jeep.

The recovered stores and the apprehended individuals in all operations have been handed over to Manipur Police.