A key commander of a Manipur-based insurgent group was arrested in the national capital, Delhi Police officials confirmed on Friday. The arrest marks a significant achievement in the ongoing efforts to curb insurgency in the northeastern state of Manipur.
Details of the Arrest
The accused, identified as a top commander of the outlawed group, was apprehended from a hideout in the outer district of Delhi following a joint operation by the Special Cell of Delhi Police and intelligence agencies. According to police sources, the commander had been evading capture for several years and was involved in multiple extortion cases, arms smuggling, and attacks on security forces in Manipur.
Role in Insurgency
The arrested commander is believed to have played a pivotal role in orchestrating violent activities in Manipur, including ambushes on army convoys and targeted killings. He was also responsible for recruiting new members and coordinating with other insurgent outfits in the region. Police officials stated that his arrest would disrupt the operational capabilities of the group significantly.
Legal Proceedings
The accused has been booked under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. He will be produced before a Delhi court for further remand. The police are also investigating his links with other insurgent groups and possible funding sources.
Impact on Security
This arrest is seen as a major victory for security forces in their fight against insurgency in Manipur, which has witnessed decades of conflict. The state has been plagued by numerous insurgent groups demanding greater autonomy or secession. The Delhi Police have been working closely with central agencies to track down fugitives operating from urban centres.
Further investigations are underway to uncover the group's network in Delhi and other parts of the country.
