In a major operation, security forces recovered a significant cache of arms and ammunition from Awang Potsangbam hill under Heingang Police Station in Imphal East District.

The seized items include 1 SLR Rifle without magazine, 1 SMG Carbine without magazine, 1 .32 Pistol (marked “Made in USA”) with magazine, 2 country-made 51mm Mortars, 2 rounds of .32 live ammunition, 1 No. 36 Hand Grenade without detonator, 1 No. 80 Mark-1 Grenade, 1 Smoke Shell (50m range) and 1 Baofeng wireless radio set.

The operation highlights the ongoing efforts to maintain peace and security in the region. Further investigations are underway.