Manipur Security Forces Destroy 3 IEDs In Ukhrul, Arrest 4 Militants With Arms & Ammunition
Imphal, Sep 25: Three Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were safely destroyed in a joint operation by security forces in Manipur’s Ukhrul district, the Army said on Friday. In separate operations, four hardcore militants of different banned outfits were arrested from three districts of Manipur. Arms and ammunition, including foreign-made weapons, were also recovered from the possession of the…
Imphal, September 25, 2026 - In a joint operation conducted by security forces in Manipur's Ukhrul district, three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were safely dismantled, preventing a potential threat to the area, the Army reported on Friday. Simultaneously, four hardcore militants from banned outfits were apprehended from three districts: Imphal West, Bishnupur, and Kakching.
Among the confiscated weapons were foreign-made arms and ammunition, including two Chinese hand grenades, a GLOCK 19 pistol with a loaded magazine, and a seized two-wheeler. The militants identified as Phandom Dinesh Singh, Aheibam Silan Meitei, Okram Gobin Meitei, and Sanjenbam Abung Singh were arrested. The successful operation demonstrated the vigilance and coordination of the Army, Assam Rifles, and Manipur Police in maintaining peace and stability in the region.
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