Security forces have arrested five individuals linked to proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) factions during a series of operations conducted across the state.

Security forces apprehended one Moirangthem Shanta Singh (52) of Ningthoukhong Kha Ward No. 6, Bishnupur district, from his residence for allegedly sheltering members of the KCP (Taibanganba) group on Wednesday. During the operation, two active cadres of KCP (Taibanganba) — identified as Ningthoujam Rakesh Singh alias Luchingpurel (21) of Bishnupur Ward No. 6 and Laishram Birjit Singh alias Lucky (35) of Khongjom Bazar Maning, Thoubal district — were also arrested from the same location.

Following a preliminary investigation, security forces further arrested one Laishram Kishan Singh alias Pamuba (23) of Tuibong Zion Veng Mamang, Churachandpur district, from the Nachou Panthong area under Bishnupur Police Station. He was also confirmed to be an active member of KCP (Taibanganba).

During the raids, authorities seized one .32mm pistol with a magazine and five live rounds, five mobile phones, and one side bag from their possession.