Imphal, Nov 27: A medical officer, Dr. Nabakeshore, who was abducted on November 22 from Langthabal Kunja Awang Leikai in Imphal, has been rescued by the police. Five individuals, including a member of a banned outfit, have been arrested in connection with the abduction.

The police stated that the abductors had demanded a ransom. In response, a swift police operation led to the safe rescue of Dr. Nabakeshore from a farmhouse in Lamdeng, under the jurisdiction of Lamshang Police Station in Imphal West district. The arrested suspects are currently under investigation.