Security forces in Manipur recovered a cache of firearms during a search operation in Churachandpur district, even as the Director General of Police (DGP), Manipur, conducted a high-level review of the prevailing security situation in the district.

Official sources said that on December 16, security personnel recovered several weapons from the general area of Khaopijang village cemetery under Churachandpur Police Station. The seized arms included one AK rifle with magazine, one MA-3 MK II rifle with magazine, one INSAS rifle with magazine, and one .315 rifle with magazine. Further investigation is underway to trace the source of the weapons and identify those involved.

Meanwhile, the Manipur DGP visited Churachandpur district on Tuesday to assess the law and order situation. During the visit, the DGP inaugurated a newly constructed conference room at the Office of the Superintendent of Police, Churachandpur.

Subsequently, the DGP chaired a detailed security review meeting with senior officers of the Manipur Police and other security forces deployed in the district. Discussions focused on evaluating the current security scenario, reviewing operational preparedness, and strengthening coordination among the various agencies.

The DGP also held interactions with representatives of civil society organisations (CSOs) from the district, during which issues relating to security, public cooperation, and peace-building initiatives were discussed. The visit reaffirmed the commitment of the state police leadership to maintaining stability and enhancing security measures in the sensitive district.