Security forces arrested an active cadre of the proscribed People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) from the periphery of the Taret River under Kasom Khullen Police Station in Kamjong District on Thursday.
The arrested individual has been identified as Jameson Ngangbam (21). A 9 mm pistol along with six live rounds was seized from his possession.
In a separate operation conducted on Friday, security forces recovered a cache of arms, grenades, and ammunition from Pangei Nepali Basti and its adjoining foothill area in Imphal East District.
The recovered items include one 9 mm SMG Carbine with magazine, one 9 mm Pistol with magazine, three hand grenades, 33 rounds of assorted ammunition, one MK 13T explosive, one Lathode shell, one INSAS Rifle magazine, and other related materials.
Operations continue in the region to curb insurgent activities and ensure public safety.