Archive · 2 Nov 2025
Eight Militants Arrested in Manipur, Arms and IED Recovered
Police and security forces in Manipur have caught eight people who were part of banned groups.
These groups are known for causing trouble.
The arrests happened in different parts of Manipur.
The police found weapons, including a bomb, and other items with the people they caught.
In another area, more weapons were found.
The police are working to keep people safe by setting up checkpoints and escorting vehicles.
They are also asking people not to believe rumors and to return any stolen weapons.
The arrested individuals were reportedly involved in things like demanding money from others.
Eight militants from banned outfits like KCP, PREPAK, and PLA were arrested across five districts in Manipur.
Recovered items include small arms, an improvised explosive device (IED), personal identification cards, mobile phones, and a car.
Separate operations in Kangpokpi district led to the recovery of locally made guns, wireless sets, and combat gear.
The arrested militants were allegedly involved in intimidation and illegal fundraising activities.
Security forces have intensified search operations, established checkpoints, and provided escorts for essential item transport.
- Who
- Eight militants belonging to banned outfits KCP, PREPAK, and PLA.
- What
- Arrested by security forces with arms, ammunition, and an improvised explosive device (IED) recovered. Additional arms and ammunition were also recovered in a separate operation.
- When
- Within the past 24 hours, with officials reporting on Sunday.
- Where
- Jiribam, Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, and Kakching districts. Additional arms and ammunition recovered from Kangpokpi district, all in Manipur.
- Why
- The arrested militants were allegedly involved in crimes including intimidation and forcible collection of subscriptions.
- Number of Militants Arrested
- 8
- Districts of Arrests
- Jiribam, Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, Kakching
- Involved Outfits
- KCP, PREPAK, PLA
- Recovered Items
- Small arms, IED, Aadhaar/PAN cards, mobile phones, SIM cards, a car, locally made guns, wireless sets, combat shoes, and dress
- Additional Recoveries
- Arms and ammunition in Kangpokpi district
