Imphal, 25 October 2026: Security forces in Manipur on Saturday arrested 17 suspected militants associated with two Kuki organizations. They are accused of falsely claiming to be registered members under the 'Suspension of Operations' (SoO) agreement signed with the Central Government.
During this operation, a large quantity of weapons and ammunition was also recovered. According to the police, Manipur Police, CRPF's Quick Action Team and CoBRA battalion had conducted a joint operation at Sinai Camp.
During investigation, it was found that 17 persons were living as registered members (cadres) under false identities. Of these, eight persons are accused of falsely claiming to be members of the 'Kuki National Army', while nine persons are accused of falsely claiming to be members of the 'Kuki Liberation Army'.
Security forces seized more than 24 guns, 38 magazines, a large quantity of cartridges, explosives, wireless communication devices and other military material.
The accused have been sent on police remand for eight days till October 31. Police are investigating to determine the role of other persons in matters like use of fake identity, possession of illegal weapons and violation of camp rules.
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