Assam Rifles executed a precision operation in Manipur’s Chandel district, apprehending two cadres of the Myanmar-based United Tribal Volunteers Group. The arrests took place near the Sajik Tampak area, close to the India-Myanmar border, based on actionable intelligence. This strategic intervention disrupted a potential cross-border militant movement, highlighting the vigilance of security forces in the region.

The detainees, identified as members of the United Tribal Volunteers Group, were handed over to Chakpikarong Police for further investigation. The Assam Rifles’ statement emphasized the operation’s success in thwarting illicit activities along the volatile frontier. Such efforts underscore the ongoing challenges of securing India’s borders amid regional instability.

Manipur has been grappling with ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities since May 2023, resulting in over 260 deaths and displacing thousands. The porous border with Myanmar adds complexity, as armed groups exploit the terrain for cross-border activities. Operations like this demonstrate the critical role of paramilitary forces in maintaining stability.

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The apprehension of these insurgents marks a significant step in curbing external threats to Manipur’s security. Authorities remain on high alert, with ongoing investigations aimed at uncovering the broader network behind such militant movements. The region’s fragile peace continues to depend on such proactive measures by security forces.

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