Itanagar, May 1: In a joint operation, Assam Rifles and Arunachal Pradesh Police apprehended three insurgents belonging to the NSCN-K (Nikki Sumi) faction in the Wancho Colony area of Khonsa, Tirap district.
The individuals were identified as Wingan Agan (33), Jhonny Riba (21), and Rajapeyu Khechan Khetey (30).
Security forces recovered two 7.65 mm pistols with magazines, nine live rounds, three mobile phones, three SIM cards, three GPRN letters and brown sugar worth approximately ₹500 during the operation.
The suspects and seized items have been handed over to Arunachal Pradesh Police in Khonsa for further investigation.
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