Manipur
Indian Army recovers weapons and drugs from an abandoned militants’ camp in Manipur.

Imphal: In a significant operation that exhibited synergy and unwavering commitment of Central and State Security Forces towards maintaining peace and stability in Manipur and upholding the rule of law, caches of arms, ammo, heroin drugs, explosives, and war-like stores were recovered from an abandoned militants’ camp in Manipur on Tuesday.

Based on specific intelligence regarding the presence of militants/insurgents at Maphou village in the Imphal East district of Manipur, the Indian Army in conjunction with the state forces launched coordinated operations.

During the meticulously executed search, which encompassed thorough inspections of abandoned sites and the periphery of villages along hill bases and abandoned structures, a substantial cache of arms and explosives was successfully unearthed including one Improvised Mortar, one Pompie Mortar, two grenades, ammunition, and 20 grams of heroin powder.

These seizures underscore the effectiveness of coordinated efforts by security forces in combating illicit activities.

These seizures underscore the effectiveness of coordinated efforts by security forces in combating illicit activities and ensuring the safety and security of the region. The recovered items have been handed over to the Manipur Police.