In a significant counter-insurgency operation, security forces eliminated four armed Kuki insurgents during a fierce overnight encounter in Manipur's troubled Churachandpur district. The firefight marks a major success for security personnel battling militant groups in the violence-affected region.
Intelligence-Based Operation Leads to Firefight
Acting on specific intelligence inputs about militant movement, a joint team of Assam Rifles and Manipur Police launched a targeted operation in the vulnerable border areas of Churachandpur. The operation turned deadly when the security forces intercepted the armed group, leading to an exchange of fire that lasted several hours.
Weapons and Ammunition Recovered
Following the encounter, security personnel conducted thorough searches of the area and recovered a significant cache of weapons and ammunition from the slain insurgents. The recovery included:
- Multiple automatic rifles
- Substantial quantities of ammunition
- Military-grade equipment
- Other incriminating materials
Ongoing Security Operations in Manipur
This encounter comes amid intensified security operations across Manipur, where ethnic tensions between Kuki and Meitei communities have led to prolonged violence. Security forces have been maintaining heightened vigilance and conducting regular counter-insurgency operations to restore peace in the region.
The successful operation demonstrates the continued efforts of security forces to neutralize threats and maintain law and order in the sensitive border state. Additional security personnel have been deployed in the area to prevent any potential retaliatory actions and maintain stability.
