In one of the biggest arms recoveries in recent months, joint teams of the Manipur Police, Assam Rifles, Indian Army, and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) have seized a massive cache of weapons and explosives during coordinated search operations across several hill districts.
Acting on credible intelligence, the operations were carried out in interior and suspected areas of Churachandpur, Pherzawl, Kangpokpi, Chandel, and Tengnoupal. The multi-agency effort was aimed at flushing out concealed arms, ammunition, and warlike stores believed to be hidden in these regions amid ongoing ethnic and insurgent tensions.
🔍 What Was Seized
| Category | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Total Weapons | 155 |
| Total Ammunition | 1,652 rounds |
| IEDs | 39 |
| Hand Grenades | 13 |
| Binoculars | 4 |
| Communication Sets | 15 |
| Telescopes | 1 |
🔫 Weapons Breakdown
Assault Rifles: AK Series (8), M4 (1), INSAS (2)
Sniper & Long-Range: Sniper Rifle with telescope (1), .303 (2), SLR (1)
Carbines & LMGs: Carbine (4), Lathode (4)
Handguns: 9mm Pistols (8), Country-made pistols (14)
Shotguns & Rifles: 12 Bore (14), Single Barrel (5), SBBL (5), Bolt Action (5), DBBL (8), Pompi (31)
Others: Muzzle Loaded Rifles (3), Single Bore (21), .22 Rifle (1), Shotgun (1), Grenade Launcher (2)
🎯 The Bigger Picture
This operation wasn’t just a lucky find—it was part of a targeted, intelligence-driven campaign to cut off the supply lines of armed groups operating in the hills. With over 150 firearms and a significant quantity of explosives and military-grade accessories off the grid, security forces have delivered a serious blow to those looking to disrupt law and order in the state.
Senior police officials emphasized that these efforts are far from over. “This is a significant achievement,” one official noted, “but we’re not stopping here. We’ll continue to press forward until every illegal weapon is off the streets.”
📣 A Call to the Public
Authorities are urging the public to support these ongoing efforts. Citizens are encouraged to report any suspicious activity or hidden weapons to their nearest police station or directly to the Central Control Room.
This latest recovery shows what can be achieved when multiple security agencies work in tight coordination—and it sends a clear message to armed elements in the region: you can hide, but you won’t stay hidden for long.
